Status:
valid
Authors:
Szlach., Kolan. & Olędrz.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 51: 71 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339376
Description
Oliveriana guariniae (also called Guarini's Oliveriana, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to South America. It has an erect habit and can reach up to 0.5 meters in height. It prefers moist, shady habitats and is commonly found in tropical rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Oliveriana guariniae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Oliveriana guariniae is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Oliveriana guariniae is a shrub that is best propagated from seed. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Oliveriana guariniae
Oliveriana guariniae is native to Colombia and Ecuador.
Oliveriana guariniae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oliveriana guariniae?
Oliveriana guariniae
What is the common name of Oliveriana guariniae?
Guarina's Oliveriana
What is the natural habitat of Oliveriana guariniae?
Open woodlands and grasslands
Species in the Oliveriana genus
Oliveriana brevilabia,
Oliveriana ecuadorensis,
Oliveriana egregia,
Oliveriana lehmannii,
Oliveriana ortizii,
Oliveriana simulans,
Oliveriana puracensis,
Oliveriana pseudoegregia,
Oliveriana guariniae,
Oliveriana pazii,
Oliveriana chocoana,
Oliveriana luerorum,
Oliveriana hirtzii,
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,