Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
rivesii
ID:
267207

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Guillaumin) Tang & F.T.Wang

Source:
wcs

Year:
1951

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 1: 101 (1951)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000266539



Common Names

  • Pelexia rivesii
  • Rives' Pelexia
  • Rives' Sea-Lily


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Synonyms

  • Sarcanthus rivesii Guillaumin [unknown]
  • Sarcanthus tonkinensis Guillaumin [unknown]
  • Cleisostoma thomatoglossum Guillaumin [unknown]

Description

Pelatantheria rivesii (also called Rives' Pelatantheria, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central America and South America. It is found in the tropical rainforests of Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia. It is a terrestrial plant that grows in shady, humid, and wet places, usually near streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Pelatantheria rivesii is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pelatantheria rivesii are white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pelatantheria rivesii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated by seed sown in spring or autumn, or by division of the rhizomes in spring. It is best grown in a sheltered position.

Where to Find Pelatantheria rivesii

Pelatantheria rivesii can be found in India.

Pelatantheria rivesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pelatantheria rivesii?

Pelatantheria rivesii

What is the common name of Pelatantheria rivesii?

Rives' Snapdragon

What is the natural habitat of Pelatantheria rivesii?

It is native to tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-149571: Based on the initial data import
Tsin Tang (1897-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tang' in the authors string.
Fa Tsuan Wang (1899-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.T.Wang' in the authors string.
André Guillaumin (1885-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guillaumin' in the authors string.