Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
acunae
ID:
326992

Status:
valid

Authors:
(M.A.Díaz) Nir

Source:
wcs

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Orchid. Antill. : 372 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000326324

Common Names

  • Tolumnia acunae
  • Acuna's Tolumnia
  • Acuna's False Mistletoe

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Synonyms

  • Tolumnia tuerckheimii acunae M.A.Díaz [unknown]

Description

Tolumnia acunae (also called 'Acuna's Tolumnia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Colombia, Costa Rica and Panama. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Tolumnia acunae is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tolumnia acunae has small, yellow-green flowers with a white center. The flowers are clustered on the end of the stems. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tolumnia acunae can be propagated by division or by seed. It is best grown in a well-draining soil mix in a bright, indirect light. Water when the soil is dry to the touch and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Tolumnia acunae

Tolumnia acunae can be found in Central America, including Costa Rica, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua.

Tolumnia acunae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tolumnia acunae?

Tolumnia acunae

What is the natural habitat of Tolumnia acunae?

Tolumnia acunae is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

What are the common uses of Tolumnia acunae?

Tolumnia acunae is used in traditional medicine and as an ornamental plant.

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

Mark Anthony Nir (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nir' in the authors string.
Marta Aleida Díaz Dumas (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.A.Díaz' in the authors string.