Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
congestiflora
ID:
318378

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.O.Williams) Burns-Bal.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Orchidee (Hamburg) 40: 12 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000317710

Common Names

  • Svenkoeltzia congestiflora
  • Congestiflora Svenkoeltzia
  • Svenkoeltzia Congestiflora

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Synonyms

  • Schiedeella congestiflora (L.O.Williams) Burns-Bal. [unknown]
  • Spiranthes congestiflora L.O.Williams [unknown]
  • Svenkoeltzia pamelae Szlach., Rutk. & Mytnik [unknown]
  • Funkiella congestiflora (L.O.Williams) Garay [unknown]

Description

Svenkoeltzia congestiflora (also called Congested-flowered Svenkoeltzia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to East Asia. It has leathery leaves and white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Svenkoeltzia congestiflora is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Svenkoeltzia congestiflora has white flowers with yellow centers and long, thin seed pods. The seed pods contain small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Svenkoeltzia congestiflora is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m (6.5 ft) in height. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India and Sri Lanka. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Svenkoeltzia congestiflora

Svenkoeltzia congestiflora is found in Central and South America. It is found in moist forests and along streams.

Svenkoeltzia congestiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Svenkoeltzia congestiflora?

Svenkoeltzia congestiflora

What is the common name of Svenkoeltzia congestiflora?

Congested-flowered svenkoeltzia

What is the natural habitat of Svenkoeltzia congestiflora?

Moist forests, grasslands, and rocky areas

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-198669: Based on the initial data import
Louis Otho Williams (1908-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.O.Williams' in the authors string.
Pamela Burns-Balogh (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burns-Bal.' in the authors string.