Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
zanzibarica
ID:
561704

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mast.) W.J.de Wilde

Source:
cmp

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Blumea 21: 342 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000561036



Common Names

  • Basananthe zanzibarica
  • Zanzibarica Basananthe
  • Basananthe Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Tryphostemma pilosum Harms [unknown]
  • Tryphostemma stuhlmannii Harms [unknown]
  • Tryphostemma zanzibaricum Mast. [unknown]

Description

Basananthe zanzibarica (also called Zanzibar basananthe, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in the tropical forests of Africa. It has a single, thin, upright stem and a single, large, dark green leaf. The flowers are small and white, and they are borne on a single, thin stem. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as in the understory of tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Basananthe zanzibarica is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures. It has a long blooming period and is attractive to bees and other pollinators. It can also be used in landscaping, as a groundcover, and as a container plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Basananthe zanzibarica is small, white and tubular with a yellowish-green lip. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small, green and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Basananthe zanzibarica is a terrestrial orchid that can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. Water regularly, but allow the potting medium to dry out between waterings. Fertilize monthly during the growing season with a balanced orchid fertilizer. Propagate by division or by seed.

Where to Find Basananthe zanzibarica

Basananthe zanzibarica is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and south to Angola and Mozambique.

Basananthe zanzibarica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Basananthe zanzibarica?

Basananthe zanzibarica

What is the common name of Basananthe zanzibarica?

Zanzibar basananthe

What is the natural habitat of Basananthe zanzibarica?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Basananthe genus

Basananthe kisimbae, Basananthe aciphylla, Basananthe apetala, Basananthe aristolochioides, Basananthe baumii, Basananthe berberoides, Basananthe botryoidea, Basananthe cupricola, Basananthe gossweileri, Basananthe hanningtoniana, Basananthe hederae, Basananthe heterophylla, Basananthe hispidula, Basananthe holmesii, Basananthe kottoensis, Basananthe kundelunguensis, Basananthe lanceolata, Basananthe littoralis, Basananthe longifolia, Basananthe malaissei, Basananthe merolae, Basananthe nummularia, Basananthe papillosa, Basananthe parvifolia, Basananthe pedata, Basananthe phaulantha, Basananthe polygaloides, Basananthe pseudostipulata, Basananthe pubiflora, Basananthe reticulata, Basananthe sandersonii, Basananthe scabrida, Basananthe scabrifolia, Basananthe spinosa, Basananthe subsessilicarpa, Basananthe triloba, Basananthe zanzibarica,

Species in the Passifloraceae family

Adenia kigogoensis, Adenia litoralis, Adenia mcdadeana, Adenia metamorpha, Adenia stylosa, Adenia aculeata, Adenia acuta, Adenia adenifera, Adenia antongilliana, Adenia ballyi, Adenia banaensis, Adenia bequaertii, Adenia boivinii, Adenia cardiophylla, Adenia cissampeloides, Adenia cladosepala, Adenia cordifolia, Adenia cordifolia, Adenia crassa, Adenia cynanchifolia, Adenia densiflora, Adenia digitata, Adenia dinklagei, Adenia dolichosiphon, Adenia ecirrosa, Adenia elegans, Adenia ellenbeckii, Adenia epigea, Adenia erecta, Adenia fasciculata, Adenia fernandesiana, Adenia firingalavensis, Adenia fruticosa, Adenia gedoensis, Adenia glauca, Adenia globosa, Adenia globosa, Adenia goetzei, Adenia gracilis, Adenia guineensis, Adenia gummifera, Adenia hastata, Adenia heterophylla, Adenia hondala, Adenia huillensis, Adenia inermis, Adenia isaloensis, Adenia karibaensis, Adenia keramanthus, Adenia kinabaluensis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2670691: Based on the initial data import
Maxwell Tylden Masters (1833-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mast.' in the authors string.
Willem Jan Jacobus Oswald de Wilde (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.J.de Wilde' in the authors string.