Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pseudalterna
ID:
464900

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ducke

Source:
cmp

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Arq. Inst. Biol. Veg. 2: 49 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000464232



Common Names

  • Raveniopsis pseudalterna
  • False Raveniopsis
  • False Wiregrass
  • False Rush


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Description

Ravenia pseudalterna (also called False Ravenia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid of the family Orchidaceae. It has white flowers and is native to Southeast Asia. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ravenia pseudalterna is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a groundcover in areas with moist soil. It has a high tolerance for wet conditions and can be used to control erosion in wet areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ravenia pseudalterna is a small yellow flower with a five-lobed corolla. The seed of this plant is a small black seed with a white center. The seedlings of Ravenia pseudalterna are small, green and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ravenia pseudalterna is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, Ravenia pseudalterna is a low-maintenance plant.

Where to Find Ravenia pseudalterna

Ravenia pseudalterna is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Ravenia pseudalterna FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ravenia pseudalterna?

Ravenia pseudalterna

What is the common name of Ravenia pseudalterna?

False Ravenia

What is the typical growth habit of Ravenia pseudalterna?

It is a clump-forming, evergreen perennial grass that typically grows to 6-12” tall

Species in the Rutaceae family

Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,

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