Renanthera breviflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
breviflora
ID:
510838
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Rchb.f.) R.Rice & J.J.Wood
Source:
wcs
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 111(1254, Suppl.): 349 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000510170
Common Names
- Renanthera breviflora
- Breviflora Renanthera
- Short-flowered Renanthera
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- Renanthera matutina breviflora Rchb.f. [unknown]
Description
Renanthera breviflora (also called Short-flowered Renanthera, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5m tall. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in humid, tropical forests. It has small, white flowers and dark green foliage.
Uses & Benefits
Renanthera breviflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Renanthera breviflora has white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and green.
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Renanthera breviflora is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The plant prefers a well-drained soil and should be kept moist during the growing season. It can be propagated by division or by seed.
Where to Find Renanthera breviflora
Renanthera breviflora is native to tropical Asia.
Renanthera breviflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Renanthera breviflora?
Renanthera breviflora
What is the common name of Renanthera breviflora?
Breviflora
Where is Renanthera breviflora found?
India
Species in the Renanthera genus
Renanthera annamensis, Renanthera auyongii, Renanthera bella, Renanthera citrina, Renanthera coccinea, Renanthera elongata, Renanthera hennisiana, Renanthera histrionica, Renanthera imschootiana, Renanthera isosepala, Renanthera matutina, Renanthera moluccana, Renanthera monachica, Renanthera philippinensis, Renanthera pulchella, Renanthera storiei, Renanthera breviflora, Renanthera chanii, Renanthera vietnamensis, Renanthera caloptera, Renanthera porphyrodesme,
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-260848: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Jeffrey James Wood (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Wood' in the authors string.
Rod Rice (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Rice' in the authors string.