Warczewiczella palatina - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
palatina
ID:
802104
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Senghas) Dressler
Source:
wcs
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Lankesteriana 5: 96 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000801438
Common Names
- Palatina Warczewiczella
- Palatina Warczewiczella Plant
- Palatina Warczewiczella Bush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Warczewiczella palatina (also called Palatine Warczewiczella, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic plant native to Central and South America. It has thick, glossy, dark green leaves that form a rosette and can reach up to 10 cm in length. It is found in humid tropical forests, often growing on the branches of trees.
Uses & Benefits
Warczewiczella palatina is used as a medicinal plant for treating a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and stomachaches. It is also used to make a tea that is said to have calming and soothing effects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Warczewiczella palatina has white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.
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Warczewiczella palatina can be propagated by division of the offsets or by seed. It requires a well-drained soil and bright, indirect light. Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering during the winter months. Fertilize monthly during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Warczewiczella palatina
Warczewiczella palatina can be found in the tropical and subtropical forests of South America.
Warczewiczella palatina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Warczewiczella palatina?
Warczewiczella palatina
What type of plant is Warczewiczella palatina?
It is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae.
Where is Warczewiczella palatina found?
It is found in Colombia and Ecuador.
Species in the Warczewiczella 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-339829: Based on the initial data import
Robert Louis Dressler (1927-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dressler' in the authors string.
Karlheinz Senghas (1928-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Senghas' in the authors string.