Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
purpurea
ID:
310360

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 41: 64 (1876)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000309692



Common Names

  • Sertifera purpurea
  • Purpurea Sertifera
  • Purpurea Orangebell


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Synonyms

  • Epidendrum lehmannianum (Kraenzl.) Hágsater & Dodson [unknown]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Sertifera purpurea 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

The flower of Sertifera purpurea is a small, purple-colored flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Sertifera purpurea are small and have a purple hue.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sertifera purpurea 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 purpurea

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

Sertifera purpurea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sertifera purpurea?

Sertifera purpurea

What is the common name of Sertifera purpurea?

Tree

What is the natural habitat of Sertifera purpurea?

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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