Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
hookeriana
ID:
334503

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rolfe

Source:
wcs

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 18: 360 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000333835



Common Names

  • Warrea hookeriana
  • Hooker's Warrea
  • Hookeriana Warrea


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Synonyms

  • Phaius hookerianus Rchb.f. [unknown]

Description

Warrea hookeriana (also called Hooker's warrea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It is a terrestrial plant that grows in forests and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Warrea hookeriana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive pink-purple flowers. It is also used medicinally for treating various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and diarrhea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Warrea hookeriana has white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Warrea hookeriana is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed, cuttings, or layering.

Where to Find Warrea hookeriana

Warrea hookeriana is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Warrea hookeriana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Warrea hookeriana?

Warrea hookeriana

What is the common name of Warrea hookeriana?

Hooker's Warrea

Where is Warrea hookeriana native to?

Central America

Species in the Warrea 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,

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