Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
laxiflora
ID:
1324805

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Porsch) Chiron

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Richardiana 13: 106 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337259



Common Names

  • Pabstiella laxiflora
  • Laxiflora Pabstiella
  • Pabstiella


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Description

Pabstiella laxiflora (also called 'Lax-flowered Pabstiella', among many other common names) is a small shrub with white flowers. It is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America, and is commonly found in moist forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Pabstiella laxiflora is a popular ornamental plant, used to decorate gardens and homes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pabstiella laxiflora has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are short and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pabstiella laxiflora is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 meters in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Pabstiella laxiflora

Pabstiella laxiflora is native to Ecuador. It can be found in montane forests and cloud forests.

Pabstiella laxiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pabstiella laxiflora?

Pabstiella laxiflora

What type of plant is Pabstiella laxiflora?

It is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae

Where is Pabstiella laxiflora found?

It is native to Brazil

Species in the Pabstiella genus

Pabstiella mirabilis, Pabstiella aryter, Pabstiella determannii, Pabstiella syringodes, Pabstiella tripterantha, Pabstiella yauaperyensis, Pabstiella parvifolia, Pabstiella wacketii, Pabstiella verboonenii, Pabstiella versicolor, Pabstiella aveniformis, Pabstiella arcuata, Pabstiella alligatorifera, Pabstiella calcarata, Pabstiella crassicaulis, Pabstiella cordilabia, Pabstiella conspersa, Pabstiella castellensis, Pabstiella carrisii, Pabstiella carinifera, Pabstiella bradei, Pabstiella bacillaris, Pabstiella campestris, Pabstiella truncicola, Pabstiella uniflora, Pabstiella vellozoana, Pabstiella pellifeloidis, Pabstiella piraquarensis, Pabstiella leucopyramis, Pabstiella lineolata, Pabstiella gracilicaulis, Pabstiella curti-bradei, Pabstiella fasciata, Pabstiella fluminensis, Pabstiella elegantula, Pabstiella ephemera, Pabstiella lingua, Pabstiella matinhensis, Pabstiella miragliae, Pabstiella ghillanyi, Pabstiella garayi, Pabstiella miniato-lineolata, Pabstiella pleurothalloides, Pabstiella sordida, Pabstiella sarcopetala, Pabstiella ruschii, Pabstiella robertoi, Pabstiella quadridentata, Pabstiella pristeoglossa, Pabstiella rubrolineata,

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

Otto Porsch (1875-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Porsch' in the authors string.
Guy R. Chiron (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chiron' in the authors string.