Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
fernseeoides
ID:
1412738

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Leme) Leme, S.Heller & Zizka

Source:
ipni

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 318: 69 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001425203

Common Names

  • Rokautskyia fernseeoides
  • Fernseeoides Rokautskyia
  • Fernseeoides Plant

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Description

Rokautskyia fernseeoides (also called Fernseeoides Rokautskyia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to tropical Africa, and is found in habitats such as montane forests. It is a perennial herb with a thick, fleshy stem and ovate leaves. The flowers are white, with a yellow throat.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rokautskyia fernseeoides is a white color and has a sweet smell. The seed is small and round with a dark brown color. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rokautskyia fernseeoides can be cultivated in moist, well-drained soil and propagated by division or seed.

Where to Find Rokautskyia fernseeoides

Rokautskyia fernseeoides is native to Brazil.

Rokautskyia fernseeoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rokautskyia fernseeoides?

Rokautskyia fernseeoides

What type of plant is Rokautskyia fernseeoides?

A shrub

Where is Rokautskyia fernseeoides native to?

India

Species in the Bromeliaceae family

Acanthostachys pitcairnioides, Acanthostachys strobilacea, Acanthostachys calcicola, Aechmea abbreviata, Aechmea aculeatosepala, Aechmea alba, Aechmea alegrensis, Aechmea alopecurus, Aechmea ampla, Aechmea andersonii, Aechmea angustifolia, Aechmea anomala, Aechmea apocalyptica, Aechmea aquilega, Aechmea araneosa, Aechmea arenaria, Aechmea aripensis, Aechmea azurea, Aechmea bahiana, Aechmea bambusoides, Aechmea biflora, Aechmea blanchetiana, Aechmea blumenavii, Aechmea bocainensis, Aechmea brachystachys, Aechmea bracteata, Aechmea brassicoides, Aechmea brevicollis, Aechmea bromeliifolia, Aechmea bruggeri, Aechmea caesia, Aechmea callichroma, Aechmea calyculata, Aechmea campanulata, Aechmea candida, Aechmea cariocae, Aechmea carvalhoi, Aechmea castanea, Aechmea castelnavii, Aechmea cathcartii, Aechmea caudata, Aechmea chantinii, Aechmea coelestis, Aechmea colombiana, Aechmea comata, Aechmea conferta, Aechmea confusa, Aechmea conifera, Aechmea costantinii, Aechmea contracta,

References

Elton Martinez Carvalho Leme (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leme' in the authors string.
Georg Zizka (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zizka' in the authors string.
Sascha Heller: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Heller' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77176554-1: 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].