Status:
valid
Authors:
Ravenna
Source:
iplants
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Onira 11: 29 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000807766
Common Names
- Argylia conaiensis
- Conaiensis Argylia
- Argylia Conaiensis
Description
Argylia conaiensis (also called Conai Argylia, among many other common names) is a species of plant native to Colombia. It has long, thin leaves and produces white, star-shaped flowers. It is found in humid forests, and can be found in elevations up to 1,000 meters.
Uses & Benefits
Argylia conaiensis is used as an ornamental plant for landscaping and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Argylia conaiensis has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Argylia conaiensis is an epiphytic orchid native to Central America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid climate and partial shade. It should be grown in a well-draining, humus-rich soil mix. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.
Where to Find Argylia conaiensis
Argylia conaiensis is native to tropical Africa, from Angola to Mozambique. It is found in moist and wet forests, at elevations of up to 1,200 m.
Argylia conaiensis FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Argylia conaiensis?
Argylia conaiensis is native to India.
What is the flower color of Argylia conaiensis?
Argylia conaiensis has white flowers.
What is the growth rate of Argylia conaiensis?
Argylia conaiensis has a moderate growth rate.
Species in the Argylia genus
Argylia adscendens,
Argylia bifrons,
Argylia bustillosii,
Argylia checoensis,
Argylia farnesiana,
Argylia geranioides,
Argylia glutinosa,
Argylia potentillifolia,
Argylia radiata,
Argylia robusta,
Argylia tomentosa,
Argylia uspallatensis,
Argylia conaiensis,
Species in the Bignoniaceae family
Adenocalymma neoflavidum,
Adenocalymma pseudopatulum,
Adenocalymma acutissimum,
Adenocalymma apparicianum,
Adenocalymma apurense,
Adenocalymma arthropetiolatum,
Adenocalymma bracteatum,
Adenocalymma bracteolatum,
Adenocalymma bullatum,
Adenocalymma calderonii,
Adenocalymma chocoense,
Adenocalymma coriaceum,
Adenocalymma cymbalum,
Adenocalymma dichilum,
Adenocalymma divaricatum,
Adenocalymma dugandii,
Adenocalymma dusenii,
Adenocalymma flavum,
Adenocalymma fruticosum,
Adenocalymma gracielzae,
Adenocalymma hatschbachii,
Adenocalymma heterophyllum,
Adenocalymma hirtum,
Adenocalymma hypostictum,
Adenocalymma impressum,
Adenocalymma inundatum,
Adenocalymma macrophyllum,
Adenocalymma magdalenense,
Adenocalymma magnificum,
Adenocalymma marginatum,
Adenocalymma nervosum,
Adenocalymma paulistarum,
Adenocalymma prancei,
Adenocalymma salmoneum,
Adenocalymma saulense,
Adenocalymma scabriusculum,
Adenocalymma scansile,
Adenocalymma sousae,
Adenocalymma subincanum,
Adenocalymma subsessilifolium,
Adenocalymma subspicatum,
Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx,
Adenocalymma ternatum,
Adenocalymma trifoliatum,
Adenocalymma ubatubense,
Adenocalymma uleanum,
Adenocalymma cladotrichum,
Adenocalymma reticulatum,
Adenocalymma velutinum,
Adenocalymma adenophorum,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77081362-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].