Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
bueraremensis
ID:
1325775

Status:
valid

Authors:
Marçal & Chiron

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Richardiana 14: 8 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338229



Common Names

  • Scuticaria bueraremensis
  • Bueraremensis Scuticaria
  • Bueraremensis Star Orchid


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Description

Scuticaria bueraremensis (also called Buerarema Scuticaria, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Mexico and Central America. It grows in moist, sandy soils in open woodlands and disturbed areas. It has long, linear leaves and small, spike-like inflorescences with white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Scuticaria bueraremensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Scuticaria bueraremensis has white flowers, and the seeds are small and brown. The seedlings have small, grey-green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scuticaria bueraremensis is a tropical orchid native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done during repotting and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining medium. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be protected from strong winds.

Where to Find Scuticaria bueraremensis

Scuticaria bueraremensis is native to Colombia and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Scuticaria bueraremensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scuticaria bueraremensis?

Scuticaria bueraremensis

What is the common name of Scuticaria bueraremensis?

Buerarem Scuticaria

What is the natural habitat of Scuticaria bueraremensis?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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

Guy R. Chiron (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chiron' in the authors string.
Sidney Marçal de Oliveira (b.1901): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Marçal' in the authors string.