Prescottia auyantepuiensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
auyantepuiensis
ID:
283578
Status:
valid
Authors:
Carnevali & G.A.Romero
Source:
wcs
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Orchids Venezuela , ed. 2: 1145 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000282910
Common Names
- Prescottia auyantepuiensis
- Auyantepuiensis Prescottia
- Auyantepui Prescottia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Prescottia auyantepuiensis (also called Auyantepui Prescottia, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree, typically growing up to 8 m tall. It is native to Venezuela, and is commonly found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Prescottia auyantepuiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It has medicinal uses in traditional Chinese medicine and is used to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Prescottia auyantepuiensis is white in color and has a tubular corolla. The seed is small, round and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Prescottia auyantepuiensis is a small shrub or herbaceous perennial that can reach a height of 1 m. It is propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a moist, well-draining medium. The plant prefers partial shade and should be protected from strong winds.
Where to Find Prescottia auyantepuiensis
Prescottia auyantepuiensis can be found in Venezuela.
Prescottia auyantepuiensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Prescottia auyantepuiensis?
Prescottia auyantepuiensis
What is the common name of Prescottia auyantepuiensis?
Auyantepui Prescottia
What is the natural habitat of Prescottia auyantepuiensis?
Tropical forests
Species in the Prescottia genus
Prescottia auyantepuiensis, Prescottia carnosa, Prescottia cordifolia, Prescottia densiflora, Prescottia glazioviana, Prescottia lancifolia, Prescottia leptostachya, Prescottia lojana, Prescottia montana, Prescottia oligantha, Prescottia ostenii, Prescottia phleoides, Prescottia plantaginea, Prescottia polyphylla, Prescottia spiranthophylla, Prescottia stachyodes, Prescottia plantaginifolia, Prescottia mucugensis,
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-165212: Based on the initial data import
Germán Carnevali (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carnevali' in the authors string.
Gustavo Adolfo Romero González (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.A.Romero' in the authors string.