Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
atepala
ID:
1412821

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Austral. Orchid Rev. 83(3): 46. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001425286



Common Names

  • Atepala Aroid
  • Atepala Arum
  • Townsonia Atepala


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Description

Townsonia atepala (also called Atepla Townsonia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a basal rosette of leaves. It is native to tropical Africa, and is found in moist grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Townsonia atepala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Townsonia atepala has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Townsonia atepala is a terrestrial orchid that can be propagated through division of the rhizome. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It should be kept in a warm, humid environment and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Townsonia atepala

Townsonia atepala can be found in the tropical regions of South America, Central America, and Mexico.

Townsonia atepala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Townsonia atepala?

Townsonia atepala

What type of plant is Townsonia atepala?

A shrub

Where is Townsonia atepala native to?

South Africa

Species in the Townsonia 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

Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
David Lloyd Jones (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.L.Jones' in the authors string.
Mark Alwin Clements (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.A.Clem.' in the authors string.