Status:
valid
Authors:
Szlach. & Baranow
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 39: 46 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340577
Description
Sertifera risaraldana (also called Risaralda Sertifera, among many other common names) is a small succulent plant that grows in rosettes of tightly packed leaves. It is native to the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa and is typically found in rocky, semi-arid habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Sertifera risaraldana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sertifera risaraldana has yellow flowers and small black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a rosette shape.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sertifera risaraldana is a fast-growing shrub that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated from cuttings or by division. Cuttings should be taken from the plant in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. Division is done by carefully separating the offsets from the parent plant and replanting them in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not wet.
Where to Find Sertifera risaraldana
Sertifera risaraldana is native to South America and can be found in specialty nurseries and online retailers.
Sertifera risaraldana FAQ
What is the common name of Sertifera risaraldana?
Sertifera risaraldana is commonly known as the Risaralda Sertifera.
What is the natural habitat of Sertifera risaraldana?
Sertifera risaraldana is native to Colombia.
What is the optimal temperature for Sertifera risaraldana?
Sertifera risaraldana prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).
Species in the Sertifera 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
Przemysław Baranow: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baranow' in the authors string.