Schiedeella affinis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
affinis
ID:
1316646
Status:
valid
Authors:
(C.Schweinf.) Salazar
Source:
ipni
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Mex. 97: 53 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329100
Common Names
- Schiedeella Affinis
- Affinis Schiedeella
- Affinis False Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Schiedeella affinis (also called Affine Schiedeella, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Costa Rica and Panama. It has a short stem and its leaves are linear-lanceolate, with a length of 5-10 cm and a width of 0.5-1 cm. It grows in humid tropical forests, at an altitude of 500-2000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Schiedeella affinis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Schiedeella affinis is a small, yellow, bell-shaped bloom. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Schiedeella affinis can be done through division of the plant or by seed. The plant prefers a warm, humid environment and should be kept moist. It should be fertilized regularly and should be protected from direct sunlight.
Where to Find Schiedeella affinis
Schiedeella affinis is native to Mexico and Guatemala. It is found in dry scrub and grasslands at elevations of 1,000–2,000 m.
Schiedeella affinis FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Schiedeella affinis?
Schiedeella affinis is native to Mexico and Central America.
What is the flower color of Schiedeella affinis?
The flowers of Schiedeella affinis are usually yellow or orange.
What is the size of Schiedeella affinis?
Schiedeella affinis is a small orchid, growing to a height of about 10 cm.
Species in the Schiedeella genus
Schiedeella albovaginata, Schiedeella amesiana, Schiedeella crenulata, Schiedeella dendroneura, Schiedeella dressleri, Schiedeella faucisanguinea, Schiedeella fragrans, Schiedeella nagelii, Schiedeella pandurata, Schiedeella romeroana, Schiedeella saltensis, Schiedeella schlechteriana, Schiedeella trilineata, Schiedeella violacea, Schiedeella arizonica, Schiedeella tamayoana, Schiedeella williamsiana, Schiedeella esquintlensis, Schiedeella jean-mulleri, Schiedeella affinis,
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
Gerardo A. Salazar (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salazar' in the authors string.
Charles Schweinfurth (1890-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Schweinf.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60457858-2: Based on the initial data import