Raveniopsis sericea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sericea
ID:
464894
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.S.Cowan
Source:
cmp
Year:
1960
Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 10(2): 30 (1960)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000464226
Common Names
- Raveniopsis sericea
- Silky Raveniopsis
- Silky Wiregrass
- Silky Rush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Raveniopsis sericea (also called Silky Raveniopsis, 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
Raveniopsis sericea 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
Raveniopsis sericea has small white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are short and have multiple stems.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Raveniopsis sericea 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, Raveniopsis sericea is a low-maintenance plant.
Where to Find Raveniopsis sericea
Raveniopsis sericea is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Raveniopsis sericea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Raveniopsis sericea?
Raveniopsis sericea
What is the common name of Raveniopsis sericea?
Silky Raveniopsis
What is the typical growth habit of Raveniopsis sericea?
It is a clump-forming, evergreen perennial grass that typically grows to 6-12” tall
Species in the Raveniopsis genus
Raveniopsis ruellioides, Raveniopsis stelligera, Raveniopsis steyermarkii, Raveniopsis tomentosa, Raveniopsis trifoliolata, Raveniopsis peduncularis, Raveniopsis sericea, Raveniopsis fraterna, Raveniopsis abyssicola, Raveniopsis aracaensis, Raveniopsis breweri, Raveniopsis campinicola, Raveniopsis cowaniana, Raveniopsis jauaensis, Raveniopsis linearis, Raveniopsis necopinata, Raveniopsis nubicola, Raveniopsis paruana, Raveniopsis capitata,
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2528153: Based on the initial data import
Richard Sumner Cowan (1921-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.S.Cowan' in the authors string.