Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
viridiflora
ID:
312086

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Dalzell) C.J.Saldanha

Source:
wcs

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
J. Bombay Nat. Hist. Soc. 71: 75 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000311418



Common Names

  • Smithsonia viridiflora
  • Viridiflora Smithsonia
  • Smithsonia


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Synonyms

  • Micropera viridiflora Dalzell [unknown]
  • Saccolabium viridiflorum Lindl. [unknown]
  • Sarcochilus dalzellianus Santapau [unknown]
  • Sarcochilus viridiflorus (Lindl.) T.Cooke [illegitimate]
  • Aerides dalzelliana (Santapau) Garay [unknown]
  • Gastrochilus dalzellianus (Santapau) Santapau & Kapadia [unknown]
  • Gastrochilus viridiflorus (Lindl.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Smithsonia viridiflora (also called Green-flowered Smithsonia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is a shrub with opposite, ovate-lanceolate leaves and green flowers with yellow throats. It is native to the Andes of Colombia and Ecuador, and is found in montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Smithsonia viridiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Smithsonia viridiflora is white and bell-shaped. The seed is small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Smithsonia viridiflora is a small shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Smithsonia viridiflora

Smithsonia viridiflora can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Smithsonia viridiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Smithsonia viridiflora?

Smithsonia viridiflora

What is the common name of Smithsonia viridiflora?

Green-flowered Smithsonia

What is the natural habitat of Smithsonia viridiflora?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland 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-192588: Based on the initial data import
Nicol Alexander Dalzell (1817-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dalzell' in the authors string.
Cecil John Saldanha (1926-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.J.Saldanha' in the authors string.