Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
colombiana
ID:
310354

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 7: 46 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000309686



Common Names

  • Sertifera colombiana
  • Colombiana Sertifera
  • Colombiana Orangebell


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Description

Sertifera colombiana (also called Colombian Sertifera, among many other common names) is a small shrub with white flowers native to Central and South America. It typically grows in wet areas such as swamps, marshes, and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Sertifera colombiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a houseplant because of its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used in bonsai cultivation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sertifera colombiana has small yellow flowers. Its seeds are small and black and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sertifera colombiana is a hardy perennial that can be grown from seed or division. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. To propagate from seed, sow in spring or autumn in a cold frame. To propagate from division, divide the clumps in spring or autumn and replant in a sunny position.

Where to Find Sertifera colombiana

Sertifera colombiana can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Sertifera colombiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sertifera colombiana?

Sertifera colombiana

What is the common name of Sertifera colombiana?

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What is the natural habitat of Sertifera colombiana?

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,

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