Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
grandifolia
ID:
310356

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.O.Williams

Source:
wcs

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Lilloa 5: 5. 1939

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000309688



Common Names

  • Sertifera grandifolia
  • Grandifolia Sertifera
  • Grandifolia Orangebell


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Description

Sertifera grandifolia (also called Large-leaved Sertifera, among many other common names) is a small shrub with large leaves native to Central and South America. It typically grows in wet areas such as swamps, marshes, and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Sertifera grandifolia 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 grandifolia 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 grandifolia 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 grandifolia

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

Sertifera grandifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sertifera grandifolia?

Sertifera grandifolia

What is the common name of Sertifera grandifolia?

Tree

What is the natural habitat of Sertifera grandifolia?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-190900: Based on the initial data import
Louis Otho Williams (1908-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.O.Williams' in the authors string.