Status:
valid
Authors:
(Leonard) T.F.Daniel
Source:
tro
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Madroño 31(2): 90. 1984
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001221075
Common Names
- Holographis peloria
- Peloria Holographis
- Peloria
Description
Holographis peloria (also called Pelorias Holographis, among many other common names) is an epiphytic species native to Central and South America. It has alternate, linear-lanceolate leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests, often in shady, humid areas.
Uses & Benefits
Holographis peloria is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Holographis peloria is a small, white, five-petaled flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Holographis peloria is a low-growing, evergreen, shrub-like plant. It is easy to propagate from stem cuttings. Take a stem cutting from the plant and remove the lower leaves. Dip the cutting in a rooting hormone and place it in a pot filled with moist potting soil. Keep the soil moist and place the pot in a warm, bright location. The cutting should root within a few weeks.
Where to Find Holographis peloria
Holographis peloria is native to India and can be found in the Himalayan region.
Holographis peloria FAQ
What is the scientific name of Holographis peloria?
Holographis peloria
What is the common name of Holographis peloria?
Peloria Holographis
What is the natural habitat of Holographis peloria?
Forests of Mexico
Species in the Holographis genus
Holographis anisophylla,
Holographis ehrenbergiana,
Holographis pueblensis,
Holographis velutifolia,
Holographis ilicifolia,
Holographis parayana,
Holographis tamaulipica,
Holographis argyrea,
Holographis virgata,
Holographis caput-medusae,
Holographis leticiana,
Holographis pallida,
Holographis tolantongensis,
Holographis websteri,
Holographis peloria,
Holographis hintonii,
Holographis lizethae,
Holographis haenkeana,
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,