Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
mirabilis
ID:
305608

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Bot. Congr. Lond. : 120 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000304940



Common Names

  • Saundersia mirabilis
  • Wonderful Saundersia
  • Wonderful Orchid


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Description

Saundersia mirabilis (also called Miraculous saundersia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to South America and grows in a variety of habitats, including grassland, scrubland, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Saundersia mirabilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Saundersia mirabilis has white flowers with a yellow centre. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saundersia mirabilis can be propagated from seed or by cuttings. When growing from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep moist. Cuttings can be taken in early spring or late summer. Take a cutting of a stem with a few leaves and roots and replant in a new location.

Where to Find Saundersia mirabilis

Saundersia mirabilis is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Saundersia mirabilis FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Saundersia mirabilis?

It is found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

What is the flower color of Saundersia mirabilis?

The flowers are yellow or orange.

What is the flowering period of Saundersia mirabilis?

It blooms from October to December.

Species in the Saundersia 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,

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