Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
eggelingii
ID:
1412744

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Summerh.) Farminhão & Stévart

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 349(3): 253. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001425209



Common Names

  • Rhipidoglossum eggelingii
  • Eggelingii Rhipidoglossum
  • Eggelingii Plant


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Description

Rhipidoglossum eggelingii (also called Eggeling's Rhipidoglossum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to tropical Africa, and is found in habitats such as montane forests. It is a perennial herb with a thick, fleshy stem and ovate leaves. The flowers are white, with a yellow throat.

Uses & Benefits

Rhipidoglossum eggelingii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headache, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rhipidoglossum eggelingii is a white color and has a sweet smell. The seed is small and round with a dark brown color. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhipidoglossum eggelingii can be cultivated in moist, well-drained soil and propagated by division or seed.

Where to Find Rhipidoglossum eggelingii

Rhipidoglossum eggelingii is native to South Africa.

Rhipidoglossum eggelingii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhipidoglossum eggelingii?

Rhipidoglossum eggelingii

What is the common name of Rhipidoglossum eggelingii?

Eggeling's Rhipidoglossum

What is the natural habitat of Rhipidoglossum eggelingii?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

Species in the Rhipidoglossum genus

Rhipidoglossum adoxum, Rhipidoglossum bilobatum, Rhipidoglossum brevifolium, Rhipidoglossum burttii, Rhipidoglossum candidum, Rhipidoglossum cuneatum, Rhipidoglossum curvatum, Rhipidoglossum densiflorum, Rhipidoglossum globuloso-calcaratum, Rhipidoglossum kamerunense, Rhipidoglossum laticalcar, Rhipidoglossum laxiflorum, Rhipidoglossum longicalcar, Rhipidoglossum magnicalcar, Rhipidoglossum melianthum, Rhipidoglossum microphyllum, Rhipidoglossum mildbraedii, Rhipidoglossum montanum, Rhipidoglossum obanense, Rhipidoglossum ochyrae, Rhipidoglossum orientale, Rhipidoglossum ovale, Rhipidoglossum oxycentron, Rhipidoglossum paucifolium, Rhipidoglossum polyanthum, Rhipidoglossum polydactylum, Rhipidoglossum pulchellum, Rhipidoglossum rutilum, Rhipidoglossum schimperianum, Rhipidoglossum stellatum, Rhipidoglossum stolzii, Rhipidoglossum subsimplex, Rhipidoglossum tanneri, Rhipidoglossum tenuicalcar, Rhipidoglossum ugandense, Rhipidoglossum xanthopollinium, Rhipidoglossum montealenense, Rhipidoglossum arbonnieri, Rhipidoglossum delepierreanum, Rhipidoglossum brachyceras, Rhipidoglossum pendulum, Rhipidoglossum pusillum, Rhipidoglossum thomense, Rhipidoglossum leedalii, Rhipidoglossum caffrum, Rhipidoglossum clavatum, Rhipidoglossum confusum, Rhipidoglossum millarii, Rhipidoglossum globulare, Rhipidoglossum eggelingii,

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

Victor Samuel Summerhayes (1897-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Summerh.' in the authors string.
Tariq Stévart (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stévart' in the authors string.
João N. M. Farminhão: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Farminhão' in the authors string.