Veyretia caudata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
caudata
ID:
811218
Status:
valid
Authors:
(R.J.V.Alves) Mytnik
Source:
wcs
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Richardiana 7: 5 (2007 publ. 2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000810552
Common Names
- Veyretia caudata
- V. caudata
- V. caudata
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Veyretia caudata (also called Caudate Veyretia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has long, narrow leaves and bright yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. It is found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Veyretia caudata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as an ingredient in herbal teas and as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Veyretia caudata has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a central stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Veyretia caudata requires a warm, humid climate with temperatures ranging from 18-30°C. Propagation is usually done through division of the rhizomes. Plant the rhizomes in a well-draining soil mix and water regularly.
Where to Find Veyretia caudata
Veyretia caudata is native to South America.
Veyretia caudata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Veyretia caudata?
Veyretia caudata
What is the common name of Veyretia caudata?
Caudate Veyretia
What is the habitat of Veyretia caudata?
It is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and chaparral.
Species in the Veyretia 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-348806: Based on the initial data import
Ruy José Válka Alves (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.J.V.Alves' in the authors string.
Joanna Mytnik-Ejsmont (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mytnik' in the authors string.