Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
speciosa
ID:
296233

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth. & Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1880

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 3: 158 (1880)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000295565

Common Names

  • Showy Rennellia
  • Rennellia speciosa
  • Showy Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Morinda speciosa Wall. ex Kurz [valid]
  • Morinda wallichii Kurz [valid]
  • Gynochthodes wallichii (Kurz) Razafim. & B.Bremer [illegitimate]

Description

Rennellia speciosa (also called Rennellia speciosa, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid native to Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. It has a short stem and two to four oblong-lanceolate leaves. It grows in wet montane forests and in wet grasslands at elevations of 1000-3000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Rennellia speciosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rennellia speciosa is white in color, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are short and slender, with a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rennellia speciosa is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical areas of Central and South America. It prefers warm temperatures, from 70-90°F (21-32°C). It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. It should be grown in a well-draining potting mix that is high in organic matter. Propagation is done through division of the rhizome.

Where to Find Rennellia speciosa

Rennellia speciosa is native to the Philippines.

Rennellia speciosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rennellia speciosa?

Rennellia speciosa

What is the common name of Rennellia speciosa?

Speciosa

What is the natural habitat of Rennellia speciosa?

Tropical moist forests

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-177367: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.