Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
nummularia
ID:
269814

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 9: 118 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000269146



Common Names

  • Phloeophila nummularia
  • Nummularia Phloeophila
  • Nummularia Tree Phloeophila


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Synonyms

  • Phloeophila echinantha (Barb.Rodr.) Pridgeon & M.W.Chase [unknown]
  • Phloeophila paulensis Hoehne & Schltr. [unknown]
  • Physosiphon echinanthus Cogn. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis echinantha Barb.Rodr. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis nummularia Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis paulensis (Hoehne & Schltr.) Luer [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis scalaris Griseb. [unknown]
  • Specklinia nummularia (Rchb.f.) Luer [unknown]
  • Pabstiella nummularia (Rchb.f.) Chiron [unknown]

Description

Phloeophila nummularia (also called Nummularia Phloeophila, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen perennial plant in the Araceae family. It is native to Central and South America and is typically found in tropical rainforests. Its leaves are glossy and dark green in color, and can grow up to 30 cm in length.

Uses & Benefits

Phloeophila nummularia is a popular houseplant that is used to add a tropical feel to any room. It is also known to purify the air and reduce stress.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phloeophila nummularia has a small, white flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phloeophila nummularia can be propagated through stem cuttings. Cut a stem just below a node and place it in a pot with moist soil. Keep the soil moist and the plant in a warm, humid environment. It can also be propagated through division. Divide the plant into several parts, making sure each part has at least one node and some roots. Plant each part in a separate pot with moist soil and keep the soil moist and the plant in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Phloeophila nummularia

Phloeophila nummularia can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America.

Phloeophila nummularia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phloeophila nummularia?

Phloeophila nummularia

What type of plant is Phloeophila nummularia?

Phloeophila nummularia is a tropical plant species in the Araceae family.

Where is Phloeophila nummularia native to?

Phloeophila nummularia is native to Central and South America.

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-152086: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.