Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
guianensis
ID:
504966

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sandwith

Source:
cmp

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1928: 368 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000504298



Common Names

  • Spiranthera guianensis
  • Guianensis Spiranthera
  • Guianensis Orchid


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Description

Spiranthera guianensis (also called Guianan Spiranthera, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Brazil, and it grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Spiranthera guianensis is used to treat skin diseases, as a diuretic, and to reduce fever. It is also used to treat digestive disorders, reduce inflammation, and improve circulation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Spiranthera guianensis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Spiranthera guianensis is a species of bromeliad native to Peru and Bolivia. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. Propagation is done by division of the offsets or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Spiranthera guianensis

Spiranthera guianensis is native to Guyana and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Spiranthera guianensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spiranthera guianensis?

Spiranthera guianensis

What is the common name of Spiranthera guianensis?

Guianan Spiranthera

What is the natural habitat of Spiranthera guianensis?

It is found in wet sclerophyll forests and heathlands in south-eastern Australia.

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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