Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
micrantha
ID:
1335233

Status:
valid

Authors:
(La Llave & Lex.) Salazar & R.Jiménez

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 41: 833 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347687

Common Names

  • Greenwoodiella micrantha
  • Micrantha Greenwoodiella
  • Greenwoodiella micrantha

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Description

Greenwoodiella micrantha (also called Micrantha, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Andes of Peru and Bolivia. It has small, oval leaves and white flowers. It is found in moist montane forests and grasslands at elevations of 2,000-3,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Greenwoodiella micrantha is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat digestive problems, colds, and headaches. It is also used as a diuretic and to reduce inflammation.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Greenwoodiella micrantha var. garayana (R.González) Salazar & R.Jiménez

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Greenwoodiella micrantha has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Greenwoodiella micrantha is a shrub native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and planted in a potting mix with good drainage. The soil should be kept moist until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Greenwoodiella micrantha

Greenwoodiella micrantha is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, desert-like habitats.

Greenwoodiella micrantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Greenwoodiella micrantha?

Greenwoodiella micrantha

What is the common name of Greenwoodiella micrantha?

Small-flowered Greenwoodiella

Where is Greenwoodiella micrantha native to?

Central America

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

Pablo de La Llave (1773-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'La Llave' in the authors string.
Juan José Martínez de Lexarza (1772-1824): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lex.' in the authors string.
Gerardo A. Salazar (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salazar' in the authors string.
Rolando Jiménez Machorro (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Jiménez' in the authors string.