Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
wendtii
ID:
321396

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Salazar) R.González & Szlach.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 35: 22 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000320728



Common Names

  • Tamayorkis wendtii
  • Wendtii Tamayorkis
  • Wendtii Mahogany


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Synonyms

  • Malaxis wendtii Salazar [unknown]

Description

Tamayorkis wendtii (also called Wendt's Tamayorkis, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to Madagascar. It has glossy, dark green leaves and produces small, white flowers. It typically grows in tropical forests and is often found in the understory of the forest.

Uses & Benefits

Tamayorkis wendtii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases. It is also used as a source of food and fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tamayorkis wendtii has white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centres and long, thin, pointed petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, thin, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tamayorkis wendtii can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Division can be done in spring or autumn. Plants should be spaced 1-2 feet apart.

Where to Find Tamayorkis wendtii

Tamayorkis wendtii can be found in the tropical forests of Mexico.

Tamayorkis wendtii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tamayorkis wendtii?

Tamayorkis wendtii

What is the common name of Tamayorkis wendtii?

Wendt's Tamayorkis

What is the natural habitat of Tamayorkis wendtii?

It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

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

Gerardo A. Salazar (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salazar' in the authors string.
Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.
Roberto González Tamayo (1945-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.González' in the authors string.