Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
rex
ID:
321891

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Luer & R.Escobar) O.Gruss & M.Wolff

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Orchid. Atlas : 417 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000321223



Common Names

  • Teagueia rex
  • Rex Teagueia
  • Teagueia of Rex


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Synonyms

  • Platystele rex Luer & R.Escobar [unknown]

Description

Teagueia rex (also called Rex 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 rex 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

Teagueia rex has small, yellow flowers with white petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Teagueia rex 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 rex

Teagueia rex is native to Ecuador.

Teagueia rex FAQ

What is the scientific name of Teagueia rex?

Teagueia rex

What is the family of Teagueia rex?

Orchidaceae

What is the habitat of Teagueia rex?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-202010: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Olaf Rainer Gruss (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Gruss' in the authors string.
Rodrigo Escobar (1935-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Escobar' in the authors string.
Manfred Wolff (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Wolff' in the authors string.