Saccolabiopsis bakhuizenii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bakhuizenii
ID:
300248
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1918
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 2, 26: 93 (1918)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000299580
Common Names
- Saccolabiopsis bakhuizenii
- Bakhuizen's Saccolabiopsis
- Bakhuizen Saccolabiopsis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Saccolabiopsis bakhuizenii (also called Bakhuizen's Saccolabiopsis, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It typically grows in rainforests, montane forests, and cloud forests, and is characterized by its small, white flowers and its long, oval leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Saccolabiopsis bakhuizenii is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Saccolabiopsis bakhuizenii has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.
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Saccolabiopsis bakhuizenii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Both should be kept in a warm, sunny spot.
Where to Find Saccolabiopsis bakhuizenii
Saccolabiopsis bakhuizenii can be found in the tropical forests of South America, particularly in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Saccolabiopsis bakhuizenii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Saccolabiopsis bakhuizenii?
Saccolabiopsis bakhuizenii
What is the common name of Saccolabiopsis bakhuizenii?
Bakhuizen's Saccolabiopsis
What is the natural habitat of Saccolabiopsis bakhuizenii?
It is found in tropical and subtropical forests of Central and South America
Species in the Saccolabiopsis genus
Saccolabiopsis alata, Saccolabiopsis armitii, Saccolabiopsis bakhuizenii, Saccolabiopsis gillespiei, Saccolabiopsis microphyton, Saccolabiopsis pallida, Saccolabiopsis papuana, Saccolabiopsis pumila, Saccolabiopsis pusilla, Saccolabiopsis rara, Saccolabiopsis rectifolia, Saccolabiopsis selebica, Saccolabiopsis tenella, Saccolabiopsis viridiflora, Saccolabiopsis taiwaniana, Saccolabiopsis arnitii,
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-181315: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Jacobus Smith (1867-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Sm.' in the authors string.