Teagueia cymbisepala - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cymbisepala
ID:
321886
Status:
valid
Authors:
Luer & L.Jost
Source:
wcs
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 79: 132. 2000 ; Icon. Pleurothallid. XX
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000321218
Common Names
- Teagueia cymbisepala
- Cymbisepala Teagueia
- Teagueia of Cymbisepala
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Teagueia cymbisepala (also called Cymbisepala Teagueia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central and South America. It grows in moist forests and has ovate-shaped leaves and small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Teagueia cymbisepala is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Teagueia cymbisepala are small and white, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Teagueia cymbisepala is a small shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in full sun, but will need more frequent watering. Pruning is not necessary, but can be done to maintain a desired shape.
Where to Find Teagueia cymbisepala
Teagueia cymbisepala is native to Ecuador.
Teagueia cymbisepala FAQ
What is the scientific name of Teagueia cymbisepala?
Teagueia cymbisepala
What is the family of Teagueia cymbisepala?
Orchidaceae
What is the habitat of Teagueia cymbisepala?
Humid montane forests
Species in the Teagueia genus
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-202006: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Lou Jost: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Jost' in the authors string.