Status:
valid
Authors:
Huynh
Source:
wcs
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Candollea 59: 176 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000795366
Common Names
- Freycinetia involuta
- Involuted Freycinetia
- Freycinetia
Description
Freycinetia involuta (also called 'Involuted Freycinetia', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to New Zealand. It has long, thin, green stems with small, yellow flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is often found in scrubland and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Freycinetia involuta is used as a source of food and as a medicinal plant. It is also used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Freycinetia involuta is a white, star-shaped inflorescence, with a single pistil and several stamens. The seeds are small, brown and slightly flattened. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Freycinetia involuta is a small epiphytic orchid that grows in tropical rainforests. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The plant should be grown in a medium that is well-draining and slightly acidic. It should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. Watering should be done regularly, but the soil should be allowed to dry out between waterings. Fertilizer should be applied every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Freycinetia involuta
Freycinetia involuta is native to tropical regions of the world, including India, Sri Lanka, and parts of Southeast Asia.
Freycinetia involuta FAQ
What are the light requirements for Freycinetia involuta?
Freycinetia involuta prefers bright, indirect light.
What is the ideal temperature range for Freycinetia involuta?
Freycinetia involuta prefers temperatures between 65-80°F (18-27°C).
What is the ideal humidity range for Freycinetia involuta?
Freycinetia involuta prefers a humidity level of 40-60%.
Species in the Freycinetia genus
Freycinetia abbreviata,
Freycinetia acicularis,
Freycinetia acuta,
Freycinetia acutifolia,
Freycinetia admiraltiensis,
Freycinetia amoena,
Freycinetia ancistrosperma,
Freycinetia andajensis,
Freycinetia angakumiana,
Freycinetia angulata,
Freycinetia angusta,
Freycinetia angustifolia,
Freycinetia angustissima,
Freycinetia apayaoensis,
Freycinetia apoensis,
Freycinetia arborea,
Freycinetia archboldiana,
Freycinetia arfakiana,
Freycinetia aruensis,
Freycinetia atocensis,
Freycinetia awaiarensis,
Freycinetia backeri,
Freycinetia banksii,
Freycinetia bassa,
Freycinetia baueriana,
Freycinetia beccarii,
Freycinetia bicolor,
Freycinetia biloba,
Freycinetia biroi,
Freycinetia bismarckensis,
Freycinetia boluboluensis,
Freycinetia bomberaiensis,
Freycinetia boninensis,
Freycinetia bornensis,
Freycinetia bosaviensis,
Freycinetia brachyclada,
Freycinetia brassii,
Freycinetia breviauriculata,
Freycinetia brevifolia,
Freycinetia brevipedunculata,
Freycinetia brevis,
Freycinetia bulusanensis,
Freycinetia candeliformis,
Freycinetia carnosa,
Freycinetia caudata,
Freycinetia celebica,
Freycinetia chartacea,
Freycinetia ciliaris,
Freycinetia coagmentata,
Freycinetia cochleatisperma,
Species in the Pandanaceae family
Freycinetia abbreviata,
Freycinetia acicularis,
Freycinetia acuta,
Freycinetia acutifolia,
Freycinetia admiraltiensis,
Freycinetia amoena,
Freycinetia ancistrosperma,
Freycinetia andajensis,
Freycinetia angakumiana,
Freycinetia angulata,
Freycinetia angusta,
Freycinetia angustifolia,
Freycinetia angustissima,
Freycinetia apayaoensis,
Freycinetia apoensis,
Freycinetia arborea,
Freycinetia archboldiana,
Freycinetia arfakiana,
Freycinetia aruensis,
Freycinetia atocensis,
Freycinetia awaiarensis,
Freycinetia backeri,
Freycinetia banksii,
Freycinetia bassa,
Freycinetia baueriana,
Freycinetia beccarii,
Freycinetia bicolor,
Freycinetia biloba,
Freycinetia biroi,
Freycinetia bismarckensis,
Freycinetia boluboluensis,
Freycinetia bomberaiensis,
Freycinetia boninensis,
Freycinetia bornensis,
Freycinetia bosaviensis,
Freycinetia brachyclada,
Freycinetia brassii,
Freycinetia breviauriculata,
Freycinetia brevifolia,
Freycinetia brevipedunculata,
Freycinetia brevis,
Freycinetia bulusanensis,
Freycinetia candeliformis,
Freycinetia carnosa,
Freycinetia caudata,
Freycinetia celebica,
Freycinetia chartacea,
Freycinetia ciliaris,
Freycinetia coagmentata,
Freycinetia cochleatisperma,