Status:
valid
Authors:
(W.C.Huang & X.H.Jin) P.O'Byrne
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
Malesian Orchid J. 20: 118. 2017 [15 Aug 2017]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001425184
Common Names
- Robiquetia tibetica
- Tibetica Robiquetia
- Tibetica Plant
Uses & Benefits
Robiquetia tibetica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Robiquetia tibetica is a white or yellowish-white, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, shiny seed. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Robiquetia tibetica is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It is an epiphytic plant that grows in moist, humid environments. It can be propagated by division or by stem cuttings. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. It is best to keep the soil moist but not wet.
Where to Find Robiquetia tibetica
Robiquetia tibetica is native to the Himalayas, India, and China.
Robiquetia tibetica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Robiquetia tibetica?
Robiquetia tibetica
What type of plant is Robiquetia tibetica?
Robiquetia tibetica is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae.
Where is Robiquetia tibetica found?
Robiquetia tibetica is native to Tibet.
Species in the Robiquetia genus
Robiquetia amboinensis,
Robiquetia anceps,
Robiquetia angustifolia,
Robiquetia ascendens,
Robiquetia bertholdii,
Robiquetia bicruris,
Robiquetia brevifolia,
Robiquetia camptocentrum,
Robiquetia cerina,
Robiquetia compressa,
Robiquetia crassa,
Robiquetia crockerensis,
Robiquetia dentifera,
Robiquetia discolor,
Robiquetia flexa,
Robiquetia gracilis,
Robiquetia gracilistipes,
Robiquetia hamata,
Robiquetia hansenii,
Robiquetia josephiana,
Robiquetia kusaiensis,
Robiquetia longipedunculata,
Robiquetia lutea,
Robiquetia minahassae,
Robiquetia pachyphylla,
Robiquetia palawensis,
Robiquetia pantherina,
Robiquetia pinosukensis,
Robiquetia rosea,
Robiquetia spathulata,
Robiquetia succisa,
Robiquetia transversisaccata,
Robiquetia trukensis,
Robiquetia vanoverberghii,
Robiquetia viridirosea,
Robiquetia wassellii,
Robiquetia woodfordii,
Robiquetia vaupelii,
Robiquetia brassii,
Robiquetia tongaensis,
Robiquetia adelineana,
Robiquetia millariae,
Robiquetia virescens,
Robiquetia enigma,
Robiquetia tomaniensis,
Robiquetia aberrans,
Robiquetia andamanica,
Robiquetia arunachalensis,
Robiquetia batakensis,
Robiquetia bifidus,
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
Wei Chang Huang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.C.Huang' in the authors string.