Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
dolichocalyx
ID:
511194

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maas

Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Neerl. 24:475. (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000510526



Common Names

  • Renealmia dolichocalyx
  • Dolichocalyx Renealmia
  • Dolichocalyx


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Description

Renealmia dolichocalyx (also called Dolichocalyx Ginger, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Zingiberaceae. It is native to Central America, and is found in moist lowland forests. It is a herbaceous perennial with long, narrow leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Renealmia dolichocalyx is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Renealmia dolichocalyx is white and has a yellow center. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Renealmia dolichocalyx is a tropical plant native to South America. It is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in the spring and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Renealmia dolichocalyx

Renealmia dolichocalyx is native to Colombia and can be found in moist, lowland forests and in swampy areas.

Renealmia dolichocalyx FAQ

What is the scientific name of Renealmia dolichocalyx?

Renealmia dolichocalyx

What is the common name of Renealmia dolichocalyx?

Unknown

What is the family of Renealmia dolichocalyx?

Zingiberaceae

Species in the Renealmia genus

Renealmia acreana, Renealmia africana, Renealmia alpinia, Renealmia alticola, Renealmia aromatica, Renealmia asplundii, Renealmia aurantifera, Renealmia battenbergiana, Renealmia bracteata, Renealmia breviscapa, Renealmia cabrae, Renealmia caucana, Renealmia cernua, Renealmia chalcochlora, Renealmia chiriquina, Renealmia choroniensis, Renealmia chrysotricha, Renealmia cincinnata, Renealmia concinna, Renealmia congesta, Renealmia congoensis, Renealmia congolana, Renealmia costaricensis, Renealmia cuatrecasasii, Renealmia cylindrica, Renealmia densiflora, Renealmia densispica, Renealmia dermatopetala, Renealmia dolichocalyx, Renealmia dressleri, Renealmia engleri, Renealmia erythrocarpa, Renealmia ferruginea, Renealmia floribunda, Renealmia foliifera, Renealmia fragilis, Renealmia guianensis, Renealmia helenae, Renealmia jamaicensis, Renealmia krukovii, Renealmia ligulata, Renealmia longifolia, Renealmia lucida, Renealmia macrocolea, Renealmia maculata, Renealmia mannii, Renealmia matogrossensis, Renealmia mexicana, Renealmia microcalyx, Renealmia monosperma,

Species in the Zingiberaceae family

Haniffia albiflora, Haniffia cyanescens, Haniffia flavescens, Haniffia santubongensis, Hedychium biflorum, Hedychium bijiangense, Hedychium boloveniorum, Hedychium bordelonianum, Hedychium borneense, Hedychium bousigonianum, Hedychium brevicaule, Hedychium calcaratum, Hedychium carneum, Hedychium coccineum, Hedychium convexum, Hedychium coronarium, Hedychium deceptum, Hedychium dekianum, Hedychium densiflorum, Hedychium elatum, Hedychium ellipticum, Hedychium elwesii, Hedychium emeiense, Hedychium erythrostemon, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavum, Hedychium forrestii, Hedychium gardnerianum, Hedychium glabrum, Hedychium glaucum, Hedychium gomezianum, Hedychium gracillimum, Hedychium grandiflorum, Hedychium gratum, Hedychium greenii, Hedychium griersonianum, Hedychium griffithianum, Hedychium hasseltii, Hedychium heteromallum, Hedychium hirsutissimum, Hedychium hookeri, Hedychium horsfieldii, Hedychium intermedium, Hedychium kwangsiense, Hedychium larsenii, Hedychium lineare, Hedychium longicornutum, Hedychium longipedunculatum, Hedychium luteum,

References

Paul Maas (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maas' in the authors string.
RBGE Resource Centre record for wfo-0000510526: Based on the initial data import