Pteroceras biserratum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
biserratum
ID:
288961
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Ridl.) Holttum
Source:
wcs
Year:
1960
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 14: 269 (1960)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000288293
Common Names
- Biserratum Pteroceras
- Pteroceras Biserratum
- Pteroceras biserratum
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- Sarcochilus bipennis J.J.Sm. [unknown]
- Sarcochilus biserratus Ridl. [unknown]
- Sarcochilus pachyrhachis Schltr. [unknown]
Description
Pteroceras biserratum (also called biserrate wild coffee, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 5 meters in height. It is native to Central America and South America, and is found in tropical rainforests, cloud forests, and other moist habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Pteroceras biserratum is a popular ornamental plant, often used in rock gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal teas and tinctures.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pteroceras biserratum is small and white, with five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pteroceras biserratum is a small herbaceous plant that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Divisions should be taken from the parent plant and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix.
Where to Find Pteroceras biserratum
Pteroceras biserratum can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America.
Pteroceras biserratum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pteroceras biserratum?
Pteroceras biserratum
What is the family of Pteroceras biserratum?
Orchidaceae
Where is Pteroceras biserratum native to?
Colombia
Species in the Pteroceras genus
Pteroceras asperatum, Pteroceras biserratum, Pteroceras compressum, Pteroceras erosulum, Pteroceras fragrans, Pteroceras fraternum, Pteroceras hirsutum, Pteroceras johorense, Pteroceras leopardinum, Pteroceras longicalcareum, Pteroceras muriculatum, Pteroceras philippinense, Pteroceras spathibrachiatum, Pteroceras teres, Pteroceras violaceum, Pteroceras viridiflorum, Pteroceras vriesii, Pteroceras monsooniae, Pteroceras muluense, Pteroceras indicum, Pteroceras nabawanense,
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-170373: Based on the initial data import
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
Richard Eric Holttum (1895-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holttum' in the authors string.