Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
parviflora
ID:
504962

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sandwith

Source:
cmp

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1940: 548 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000504294



Common Names

  • Spiranthera parviflora
  • Parviflora Spiranthera
  • Small-flowered Spiranthera


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Description

Spiranthera parviflora (also called Small-Flowered 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 parviflora 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 parviflora 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 parviflora 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 parviflora

Spiranthera parviflora is native to India and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Spiranthera parviflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spiranthera parviflora?

Spiranthera parviflora

What is the common name of Spiranthera parviflora?

Small-flowered Spiranthera

What is the natural habitat of Spiranthera parviflora?

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,