Status:
valid
Authors:
Wagstaff & B.R.Clarkson
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 13: 60 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333402
Common Names
- Empodisma
- Robust Empodisma
- African Daisy
Description
Empodisma robustum (also called 'Robust Empodisma', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It has long, slender stems and small, colorful flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Empodisma robustum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, colds, and coughs.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Empodisma robustum has a white flower with yellow stamens. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have bright green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Empodisma robustum is a perennial herb that is easily propagated by stem cuttings. Take stem cuttings in spring or summer and root them in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide partial shade. The cuttings should root in 4-6 weeks.
Where to Find Empodisma robustum
Empodisma robustum can be found in the alpine regions of New Zealand.
Empodisma robustum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Empodisma robustum?
Empodisma robustum
What is the common name of Empodisma robustum?
Empodisma Robustum
What is the natural habitat of Empodisma robustum?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Empodisma genus
Species in the Restionaceae family
Alexgeorgea ganopoda,
Alexgeorgea nitens,
Alexgeorgea subterranea,
Anarthria gracilis,
Anarthria humilis,
Anarthria laevis,
Anarthria polyphylla,
Anarthria prolifera,
Anarthria scabra,
Anthochortus capensis,
Anthochortus crinalis,
Anthochortus ecklonii,
Anthochortus graminifolius,
Anthochortus insignis,
Anthochortus laxiflorus,
Anthochortus singularis,
Aphelia brizula,
Aphelia cyperoides,
Aphelia drummondii,
Aphelia gracilis,
Aphelia nutans,
Aphelia pumilio,
Apodasmia brownii,
Apodasmia chilensis,
Apodasmia similis,
Apodasmia ceramophila,
Askidiosperma alboaristatum,
Askidiosperma alticola,
Askidiosperma andreaeanum,
Askidiosperma capitatum,
Askidiosperma chartaceum,
Askidiosperma delicatulum,
Askidiosperma esterhuyseniae,
Askidiosperma insigne,
Askidiosperma longiflorum,
Askidiosperma nitidum,
Askidiosperma paniculatum,
Askidiosperma rugosum,
Askidiosperma alticolum,
Baloskion australe,
Baloskion fimbriatum,
Baloskion gracile,
Baloskion longipes,
Baloskion pallens,
Baloskion stenocoleum,
Baloskion tenuiculme,
Baloskion tetraphyllum,
Calorophus elongatus,
Calorophus erostris,
Cannomois aristata,
References
Steven J. Wagstaff: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wagstaff' in the authors string.