Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
jostii
ID:
321887

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 79: 132. 2000 ; Icon. Pleurothallid. XX.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000321219



Common Names

  • Teagueia jostii
  • Jostii Teagueia
  • Teagueia of Jostii


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Description

Teagueia jostii (also called Jost's 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 jostii 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 jostii are small and white, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Teagueia jostii 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 jostii

Teagueia jostii is native to Ecuador.

Teagueia jostii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Teagueia jostii?

Teagueia jostii

What is the family of Teagueia jostii?

Orchidaceae

What is the habitat of Teagueia jostii?

Humid montane forests

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