Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
wakefieldii
ID:
312347

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rolfe) P.J.Cribb & J.Stewart

Source:
wcs

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 40: 413 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000311679



Common Names

  • Solenangis wakefieldii
  • Wakefield's Solenangis
  • Wakefield-like Solenangis


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Synonyms

  • Tridactyle wakefieldii (Rolfe) Summerh. [unknown]
  • Neocribbia wakefieldii (Rolfe) Szlach. [unknown]
  • Angraecum wakefieldii Rolfe [unknown]

Description

Solenangis wakefieldii (also called Wakefield's Solenangis, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a rounded crown and a single trunk. It is native to South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Solenangis wakefieldii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Solenangis wakefieldii are white and bell-shaped, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Solenangis wakefieldii can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame, and the seedlings transplanted into individual pots when they are large enough to handle. Division is best done in spring or autumn. Larger clumps can be divided with a spade, smaller clumps are best divided by pulling them apart with your hands.

Where to Find Solenangis wakefieldii

Solenangis wakefieldii is native to the Caribbean islands and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Solenangis wakefieldii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Solenangis wakefieldii?

Solenangis wakefieldii

What type of plant is Solenangis wakefieldii?

It is a shrub

What is the natural habitat of Solenangis wakefieldii?

It is native to India

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-192834: Based on the initial data import
Phillip James Cribb (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Cribb' in the authors string.
Robert Allen Rolfe (1855-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rolfe' in the authors string.
Joyce Stewart (1936-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Stewart' in the authors string.