Quekettia microscopica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microscopica
ID:
290000
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lindl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1839
Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. 25(Misc.): 3 (1839)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000289332
Common Names
- Quekettia microscopica
- Quekettia
- Microscopic Quekettia
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- Quekettia chrysantha Barb.Rodr. [unknown]
Description
Quekettia microscopica (also called 'Microscopic Quekettia', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, up to 5 m tall, with a dense, rounded crown. It is native to the tropical regions of Africa, from Ethiopia to Angola, and is found in a variety of habitats, from dry woodlands to moist forests.
Uses & Benefits
Quekettia microscopica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It has attractive foliage and produces small, white flowers in the spring. The plant is also used as a ground cover and as a border plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Quekettia microscopica is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed of this plant is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of this plant are small, green, and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Quekettia microscopica can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Once established, the plant can be grown in full sun or partial shade.
Where to Find Quekettia microscopica
Quekettia microscopica can be found in the rainforests of Brazil and Peru.
Quekettia microscopica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Quekettia microscopica?
Quekettia microscopica
What is the family of Quekettia microscopica?
Rubiaceae
Where is Quekettia microscopica native to?
East Africa
Species in the Quekettia 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-171380: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.