Scuticaria bahiensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bahiensis
ID:
837562
Status:
valid
Authors:
K.L.Davies & Stpiczyńska
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 116: 344 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836897
Common Names
- Scuticaria bahiensis
- Bahiensis Scuticaria
- Scuticaria Bahiensis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Scuticaria bahiensis (also called Scuticaria bahiensis, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with narrow, linear leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and typically grows in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Scuticaria bahiensis 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 Scuticaria bahiensis is white with yellow and purple spots. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Scuticaria bahiensis is a small epiphytic orchid native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate, and can be grown in a pot or mounted on a slab of bark. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. The plant should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer. Propagation is done by division of the clump or by seed.
Where to Find Scuticaria bahiensis
Scuticaria bahiensis is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Scuticaria bahiensis FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Scuticaria bahiensis?
Scuticaria bahiensis is found in tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
What is the flower color of Scuticaria bahiensis?
The flowers of Scuticaria bahiensis are usually white or yellow.
What is the size of Scuticaria bahiensis?
Scuticaria bahiensis is a small plant, typically growing to a height of about 15 cm.
Species in the Scuticaria 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-374203: Based on the initial data import
Kevin L. Davies: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.L.Davies' in the authors string.