Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ecuadorensis
ID:
256175

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dodson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. Trop. , ser. 2, 6: t. 558 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000255507



Common Names

  • Oliveriana Ecuadorensis
  • Ecuadorian Oliveriana
  • Ecuadorian Oliver's Daisy


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Description

Oliveriana ecuadorensis (also called Ecuadorian Oliveriana, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Ecuador. It has long, thin, lance-shaped leaves and small, white flowers with yellow centers. It grows in moist, shady areas in the highlands of the Andes Mountains.

Uses & Benefits

Oliveriana ecuadorensis is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It has a beautiful, bright blue flower that blooms in the spring and summer months. The plant is also known to attract beneficial insects and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oliveriana ecuadorensis has small, white, bell-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are short and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oliveriana ecuadorensis is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or seeds.

Where to Find Oliveriana ecuadorensis

Oliveriana ecuadorensis is found in Ecuador.

Oliveriana ecuadorensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oliveriana ecuadorensis?

Oliveriana ecuadorensis

What type of plant is Oliveriana ecuadorensis?

A shrub

Where is Oliveriana ecuadorensis native to?

Ecuador

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

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