Status:
valid
Authors:
(F.Lehm. & Kraenzl.) Salazar
Source:
wcs
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. (Oxford) 104: 416 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000914312
Common Names
- Ponthieva fertilis
- Fertilis Ponthieva
- Ponthieva Fertilis
Description
Ponthieva fertilis (also called Fertile Ponthieva, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Mexico and is found in moist forests.
Uses & Benefits
Ponthieva fertilis is a popular ornamental plant, often used in landscaping. It is also used in the production of medicines and as a food source.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Ponthieva fertilis are white and tubular, with a yellow throat. The seeds are small and round, with a light brown color. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ponthieva fertilis is a tropical plant native to Costa Rica. It grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done through seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a moist, well-draining soil and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a moist, well-draining soil. Keep the soil moist and warm until the cuttings take root.
Where to Find Ponthieva fertilis
Ponthieva fertilis is native to Colombia.
Ponthieva fertilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ponthieva fertilis?
Ponthieva fertilis
Where is Ponthieva fertilis native to?
Central America
What type of plant is Ponthieva fertilis?
Orchid
Species in the Ponthieva genus
Ponthieva andicola,
Ponthieva appendiculata,
Ponthieva bicornuta,
Ponthieva brenesii,
Ponthieva brittoniae,
Ponthieva campestris,
Ponthieva collantesii,
Ponthieva cornuta,
Ponthieva curvilabia,
Ponthieva cuyujana,
Ponthieva diptera,
Ponthieva disema,
Ponthieva dunstervillei,
Ponthieva elegans,
Ponthieva ephippium,
Ponthieva formosa,
Ponthieva garayana,
Ponthieva gracilis,
Ponthieva hameri,
Ponthieva hassleri,
Ponthieva hildae,
Ponthieva inaudita,
Ponthieva keraia,
Ponthieva lilacina,
Ponthieva maculata,
Ponthieva mandonii,
Ponthieva microglossa,
Ponthieva nigricans,
Ponthieva oligoneura,
Ponthieva ovatilabia,
Ponthieva parvilabris,
Ponthieva parvula,
Ponthieva pauciflora,
Ponthieva petiolata,
Ponthieva phaenoleuca,
Ponthieva pilosissima,
Ponthieva poitaei,
Ponthieva pseudoracemosa,
Ponthieva pubescens,
Ponthieva pulchella,
Ponthieva racemosa,
Ponthieva rostrata,
Ponthieva schaffneri,
Ponthieva similis,
Ponthieva sprucei,
Ponthieva sylvicola,
Ponthieva triloba,
Ponthieva trilobata,
Ponthieva tuerckheimii,
Ponthieva tunguraguae,
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,