Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Genus:
Species:
confusa
ID:
1519326

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Bidault, V.Merckx & Byng

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 4: 55 (2018)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000006098

Common Names

  • Oxygyne confusa
  • Confusa Oxygyne
  • Oxygyne Confusa

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Description

Oxygyne confusa (also called Confusa, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid, usually reaching up to 1 m in height. It is native to the Atlantic Forest biome of Brazil, and is found in moist forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Oxygyne confusa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oxygyne confusa is white and bell-shaped with six petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxygyne confusa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a light soil mix. Both methods require warm temperatures and bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Oxygyne confusa

Oxygyne confusa can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Oxygyne confusa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxygyne confusa?

Oxygyne confusa

What is the common name of Oxygyne confusa?

Confused Oxygyne

What is the natural habitat of Oxygyne confusa?

Tropical rainforest

Species in the Burmanniaceae family

Afrothismia baerae, Afrothismia foertheriana, Afrothismia gesnerioides, Afrothismia insignis, Afrothismia pachyantha, Afrothismia saingei, Afrothismia winkleri, Afrothismia hydra, Afrothismia korupensis, Afrothismia mhoroana, Afrothismia amietii, Afrothismia zambesiaca, Afrothismia fungiformis, Afrothismia pusilla, Afrothismia kupensis, Apteria aphylla, Burmannia alba, Burmannia aprica, Burmannia australis, Burmannia bicolor, Burmannia bifaria, Burmannia biflora, Burmannia candelabrum, Burmannia candida, Burmannia capitata, Burmannia championii, Burmannia chinensis, Burmannia cochinchinensis, Burmannia coelestis, Burmannia compacta, Burmannia connata, Burmannia cryptopetala, Burmannia damazii, Burmannia dasyantha, Burmannia disticha, Burmannia engganensis, Burmannia filamentosa, Burmannia flava, Burmannia foliosa, Burmannia geelvinkiana, Burmannia gracilis, Burmannia grandiflora, Burmannia hexaptera, Burmannia indica, Burmannia itoana, Burmannia jonkeri, Burmannia juncea, Burmannia kalbreyeri, Burmannia larseniana, Burmannia latialata,

References

POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77182701-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.