Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
geiselii
ID:
811388

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ruschi

Source:
wcs

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Bol. Mus. Biol. Prof. Mello-Leitão, Nova Sér. 85: 1 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000810722



Common Names

  • Phymatidium geiselii
  • P. geiselii
  • P. geiselii


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Description

Phymatidium geiselii (also called Geisel's Phymatidium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Phymatidaceae. It is native to Brazil and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It is a small shrub with white flowers and small, oval-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Phymatidium geiselii is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used in landscaping and as a groundcover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phymatidium geiselii is white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phymatidium geiselii is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).

Where to Find Phymatidium geiselii

Phymatidium geiselii is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic Forest of the states of Bahia, Espírito Santo, and Minas Gerais.

Phymatidium geiselii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phymatidium geiselii?

Phymatidium geiselii

What type of plant is Phymatidium geiselii?

It is a shrub

Where is Phymatidium geiselii native to?

It is native to Mexico

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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