Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
costaricense
ID:
312361

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 9: 163 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000311693



Common Names

  • Solenocentrum costaricense
  • Costa Rican Solenocentrum
  • Costa Rican-like Solenocentrum


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Description

Solenocentrum costaricense (also called Costa Rican Solenocentrum, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a rounded crown and a single trunk. It is native to Central America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Solenocentrum costaricense 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 Solenocentrum costaricense 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

Solenocentrum costaricense is a shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize in spring and summer.

Where to Find Solenocentrum costaricense

Solenocentrum costaricense is native to Central America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Solenocentrum costaricense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Solenocentrum costaricense?

Solenocentrum costaricense

What is the common name of Solenocentrum costaricense?

Costa Rican Solenocentrum

What is the natural habitat of Solenocentrum costaricense?

Tropical rainforests

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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