Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
puracensis
ID:
1326920

Status:
valid

Authors:
Szlach., Kolan. & Olędrz.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 51: 70 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339374





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Description

Oliveriana puracensis (also called Purac 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 puracensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oliveriana puracensis 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oliveriana puracensis is a tropical plant that is best grown in a warm, humid environment. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of 20-25°C. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Oliveriana puracensis

Oliveriana puracensis is native to Colombia and Ecuador.

Oliveriana puracensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oliveriana puracensis?

Oliveriana puracensis

What is the common name of Oliveriana puracensis?

Puracense Oliveriana

What is the natural habitat of Oliveriana puracensis?

Open woodlands and grasslands

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,

References

Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.
Marta Kolanowska (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kolan.' in the authors string.
Natalia Olędrzyńska: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Olędrz.' in the authors string.