Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
wardiana
ID:
837542

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ormerod

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Taiwania 53: 162 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836877



Common Names

  • Santotomasia wardiana
  • Wardiana Santotomasia
  • Santotomasia Wardiana


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Description

Santotomasia wardiana (also called Santotomasia wardiana, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with oval-shaped leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and typically grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Santotomasia wardiana is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, cold, and cough.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Santotomasia wardiana is small and white, with a yellowish-green lip. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Santotomasia wardiana is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood tips and planted in a well-draining medium. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination. Once established, Santotomasia wardiana should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Santotomasia wardiana

Santotomasia wardiana is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Santotomasia wardiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Santotomasia wardiana?

Santotomasia wardiana

What is the common name of Santotomasia wardiana?

Ward's Santotomasia

What is the natural habitat of Santotomasia wardiana?

Tropical and subtropical forests of India

Species in the Santotomasia 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-374172: Based on the initial data import
Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.