Status:
valid
Authors:
Dod
Source:
wcs
Year:
1979
Citation Micro:
Amer. Orchid Soc. Bull. 48: 147 (1979)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000293995
Common Names
- Quisqueya ekmanii
- Ekmanii Quisqueya
- Ekmanii Quisqueya Tree
Description
Quisqueya ekmanii (also called Ekman's quisqueya, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 meters tall. It is native to the Caribbean, and is found in dry, rocky hillsides and canyons.
Uses & Benefits
Quisqueya ekmanii is used for its edible fruits and nuts, as well as for its timber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Quisqueya ekmanii is a small, yellowish-green flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and thin, with a single, thin stem and small, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Quisqueya ekmanii is a small evergreen tree native to the Caribbean. It grows in full sun and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be planted in a warm, moist environment and kept in partial shade. The seedlings should be transplanted to their permanent location when they are about 20 cm tall.
Where to Find Quisqueya ekmanii
Quisqueya ekmanii can be found in the Caribbean region, including Cuba, Hispaniola, Jamaica, and Puerto Rico.
Quisqueya ekmanii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Quisqueya ekmanii?
Quisqueya ekmanii
What is the common name of Quisqueya ekmanii?
Ekmanii Quisqueya
What is the natural habitat of Quisqueya ekmanii?
Dry, rocky slopes and ridges
Species in the Quisqueya 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,