Pteroglossa travassosii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
travassosii
ID:
503862
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Rolfe) Salazar & M.W.Chase
Source:
wcs
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 17(3): 176 (2002).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000503194
Common Names
- Pteroglossa travassosii
- Travassosii Pteroglossa
- Travassosii Orchid
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- Pelexia travassosii Rolfe [unknown]
- Eltroplectris travassosii (Rolfe) Garay [unknown]
Description
Pteroglossa travassosii (also called Travassosii Pteroglossa, among many other common names) is a species of orchid with a single, fleshy, leathery leaf. It is native to tropical regions of South and Central America, and is found in humid forests and other moist habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Pteroglossa travassosii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a traditional medicine for treating fever, coughs, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pteroglossa travassosii is a white, star-shaped bloom with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pteroglossa travassosii is a low-growing, perennial herb found in open woodland and grassy areas. It has small, white flowers that appear in spring and summer. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained soil in a sunny position. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Pteroglossa travassosii
Pteroglossa travassosii is native to Brazil.
Pteroglossa travassosii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pteroglossa travassosii?
Pteroglossa travassosii
What type of plant is Pteroglossa travassosii?
A shrub
Where is Pteroglossa travassosii found?
It is found in South America
Species in the Pteroglossa genus
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-259882: Based on the initial data import
Robert Allen Rolfe (1855-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rolfe' in the authors string.
Gerardo A. Salazar (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salazar' in the authors string.
Mark W. Chase (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.W.Chase' in the authors string.