Herpetacanthus delicatus - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
delicatus
ID:
1306119
Status:
valid
Authors:
Indriunas & Kameyama
Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 37: 1009 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318573
Common Names
- Herpetacanthus
- Delicate Herpetacanthus
- Delicate
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Herpetacanthus delicatus (also called Delicate Herpetacanthus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters tall. It is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. It is found in humid montane forests, and in seasonally dry forests at altitudes of up to 1,000 meters.
Uses & Benefits
Herpetacanthus delicatus is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Herpetacanthus delicatus is small and yellow, with a white center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and light green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Herpetacanthus delicatus is a terrestrial orchid native to South America. It prefers a well-draining soil mix and should be kept moist but not wet. It prefers partial shade and temperatures between 65-85°F. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes.
Where to Find Herpetacanthus delicatus
Herpetacanthus delicatus is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic Forest biome.
Herpetacanthus delicatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Herpetacanthus delicatus?
Herpetacanthus delicatus
What is the common name of Herpetacanthus delicatus?
Delicatus
Where does Herpetacanthus delicatus grow?
It is native to Brazil
Species in the Herpetacanthus genus
Herpetacanthus acuminatus, Herpetacanthus macahensis, Herpetacanthus panamensis, Herpetacanthus tetrandrus, Herpetacanthus macrophyllus, Herpetacanthus melancholicus, Herpetacanthus rubiginosus, Herpetacanthus stenophyllus, Herpetacanthus rotundatus, Herpetacanthus longipetiolatus, Herpetacanthus magnobracteolatus, Herpetacanthus neesianus, Herpetacanthus parvispica, Herpetacanthus pauciflorus, Herpetacanthus strongyloides, Herpetacanthus angustatus, Herpetacanthus chalarostachyus, Herpetacanthus delicatus, Herpetacanthus napoensis, Herpetacanthus acaulis, Herpetacanthus longiflorus,
Species in the Acanthaceae family
Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,
References
Cíntia Kameyama (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kameyama' in the authors string.
Alexandre Indriunas: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Indriunas' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77127587-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.