Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
foliosa
ID:
261177

Status:
valid

Authors:
Summerh.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
Fl. Spermatophyt. Parc Nat. Garamba 1: 258 (1956)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000260509



Common Names

  • Orestias foliosa
  • Foliosa Orestias
  • Foliosa Killifish


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Description

Orestias foliosa (also called 'Leafy Orestias' and 'Foliose Orestias', among many other common names) is a species of fish in the Cyprinodontidae family. It is native to the mountains of Central and South America, where it lives in shallow, rocky streams.

Uses & Benefits

Orestias foliosa is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Orestias foliosa has small, white flowers with yellow lips. Its seeds are round and black in color. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Orestias foliosa is a small fish native to the Andes mountains. It prefers cool, clear water and can be kept in an aquarium. Propagation is best done through eggs, but cuttings can also be used.

Where to Find Orestias foliosa

Orestias foliosa can be found in the tropical forests of South America.

Orestias foliosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Orestias foliosa?

Orestias foliosa

What is the common name of Orestias foliosa?

Foliose Orestias

What is the habitat of Orestias foliosa?

It is found in the high Andes of Peru, Bolivia, and Chile

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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