Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
magnifica
ID:
1305264

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.M.Ferreira & R.P.Oliveira

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 84: 37 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317718

Common Names

  • Eremitis magnifica
  • Magnifica Eremitis
  • Magnifica Star Orchid

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Description

Eremitis magnifica (also called Magnifica, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Brazil. It typically grows in dry forests and woodlands, as well as in disturbed areas. Its leaves are ovate-lanceolate, with a pointed tip and entire margins.

Uses & Benefits

Eremitis magnifica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eremitis magnifica has yellow flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, round and black. Its seedlings have ovate leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eremitis magnifica is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It requires regular watering and fertilizing.

Where to Find Eremitis magnifica

Eremitis magnifica is found in Brazil.

Eremitis magnifica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eremitis magnifica?

Eremitis magnifica

What is the common name of Eremitis magnifica?

Magnificent Eremitis

Where is Eremitis magnifica native to?

Brazil

Species in the Poaceae family

Achnatherum pekinense, Achnatherum pubicalyx, Achnatherum sibiricum, Achnatherum turcomanicum, Achnatherum brandisii, Achnatherum bromoides, Achnatherum calamagrostis, Achnatherum confusum, Achnatherum inebrians, Achnatherum jacquemontii, Achnatherum virescens, Achnatherum paradoxum, Achnatherum nakaii, Achnatherum pelliotii, Achnatherum haussknechtii, Achnatherum mandavillei, Achnatherum pilosum, Achnatherum parviflorum, Achnatherum staintonii, Aciachne acicularis, Aciachne flagellifera, Aciachne pulvinata, Acidosasa breviclavata, Acidosasa brilletii, Acidosasa chinensis, Acidosasa edulis, Acidosasa glauca, Acidosasa guangxiensis, Acidosasa lingchuanensis, Acidosasa nanunica, Acidosasa notata, Acidosasa purpurea, Acidosasa venusta, Acidosasa carinata, Acostia gracilis, Acrachne henrardiana, Acrachne perrieri, Acrachne racemosa, Acritochaete volkensii, Acroceras amplectens, Acroceras attenuatum, Acroceras boivinii, Acroceras bosseri, Acroceras calcicola, Acroceras chaseae, Acroceras diffusum, Acroceras elegans, Acroceras excavatum, Acroceras fluminense, Acroceras gabunense,

References

Reyjane Patricia de Oliveira (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.P.Oliveira' in the authors string.
Fabrício Moreira Ferreira: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.M.Ferreira' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77125860-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].