Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
veratrifolia
ID:
252496

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
wcs

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Tijdschr. Natuurl. Gesch. Physiol. 1: 142 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000251828

Common Names

  • Neuwiedia veratrifolia
  • Veratrum-leaved Neuwiedia
  • Neuwiedia

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Synonyms

  • Neuwiedia amboinensis J.J.Sm. [unknown]
  • Neuwiedia calanthoides Ridl. [unknown]
  • Neuwiedia cucullata J.J.Sm. [unknown]
  • Neuwiedia lindleyi Rolfe [unknown]

Description

Neuwiedia veratrifolia (also called veratrum-leaved neuwiedia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with oval-shaped leaves. It is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Neuwiedia veratrifolia is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, coughs, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Neuwiedia veratrifolia is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neuwiedia veratrifolia is a terrestrial orchid that can be grown in a well-drained potting mix. It is best propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided into several smaller pieces and then planted in separate pots. When propagating by seed, the seed should be sown on a moist, well-draining medium and kept at a temperature of around 25°C. The seedlings should be kept in a bright, warm location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Neuwiedia veratrifolia

Neuwiedia veratrifolia is found in tropical Asia, including India, China, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Thailand.

Neuwiedia veratrifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neuwiedia veratrifolia?

Neuwiedia veratrifolia

What is the family of Neuwiedia veratrifolia?

Acanthaceae

What are the common names of Neuwiedia veratrifolia?

Veratrum-leaved elephant ear

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