Status:
valid
Authors:
Mytnik
Source:
wcs
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Richardiana 7: 5 (2007 publ. 2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000810553
Common Names
- Veyretia szlachetkoana
- V. szlachetkoana
- V. szlachetkoana
Description
Veyretia szlachetkoana (also called Szlachetko's 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 szlachetkoana 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 szlachetkoana has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a central stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Veyretia szlachetkoana 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 szlachetkoana
Veyretia szlachetkoana is native to Central America.
Veyretia szlachetkoana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Veyretia szlachetkoana?
Veyretia szlachetkoana
What is the common name of Veyretia szlachetkoana?
Szlachetko's Veyretia
What is the habitat of Veyretia szlachetkoana?
It is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and chaparral.
Species in the Veyretia genus
Veyretia aphylla,
Veyretia cogniauxiana,
Veyretia hassleri,
Veyretia neuroptera,
Veyretia sagittata,
Veyretia simplex,
Veyretia sincorensis,
Veyretia undulata,
Veyretia rupicola,
Veyretia caudata,
Veyretia szlachetkoana,
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,