Pterichis yungasensis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
yungasensis
ID:
288953
Status:
valid
Authors:
Schltr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1922
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 10: 37 (1922)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000288285
Common Names
- Yungasensis Pterichis
- Pterichis Yungasensis
- Pterichis yungasensis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pterichis yungasensis (also called Yungas wild coffee, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 5 meters in height. It is native to Central America and South America, and is found in tropical rainforests, cloud forests, and other moist habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Pterichis yungasensis is a popular ornamental plant, often used in rock gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal teas and tinctures.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pterichis yungasensis is a small white flower with three petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pterichis yungasensis is a small herbaceous plant that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Divisions should be taken from the parent plant and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix.
Where to Find Pterichis yungasensis
Pterichis yungasensis can be found in Bolivia.
Pterichis yungasensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pterichis yungasensis?
Pterichis yungasensis
What is the family of Pterichis yungasensis?
Orchidaceae
Where is Pterichis yungasensis native to?
Bolivia
Species in the Pterichis genus
Pterichis acuminata, Pterichis bangii, Pterichis boliviana, Pterichis colombiana, Pterichis diuris, Pterichis fernandezii, Pterichis galeata, Pterichis habenarioides, Pterichis latifolia, Pterichis leucoptera, Pterichis macroptera, Pterichis mandonii, Pterichis multiflora, Pterichis parvifolia, Pterichis pauciflora, Pterichis proctori, Pterichis saxicola, Pterichis silvestris, Pterichis tomentosula, Pterichis triloba, Pterichis weberbaueriana, Pterichis yungasensis, Pterichis isabeliana, Pterichis moralesii, Pterichis andrei, Pterichis lehmanniana, Pterichis sagittata, Pterichis triangularilabia, Pterichis meirax, Pterichis tunguraguona, Pterichis saundersii, Pterichis macbridei, Pterichis cajamarcae, Pterichis herrerae, Pterichis elliptica,
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-170364: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.