Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
ntemensis
ID:
1331267

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Y.Kita, Koi, Rutish. & M.Kato) J.J.Schenk, Herschlag & D.W.Thomas

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 40: 542 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343721

Common Names

  • Inversodicraea Ntemensis
  • Ntem Inversodicraea
  • Ntemensis Inversodicraea

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Description

Inversodicraea ntemensis (also called Ntemensis Inversodicraea, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with long, narrow leaves and white flowers. It is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil and is found in moist, lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Inversodicraea ntemensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Inversodicraea ntemensis has white flowers with yellow anthers and a single seed in each capsule. The seedlings have a single seed leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Inversodicraea ntemensis is an epiphytic orchid that grows in moist, shady areas. It prefers a well-drained soil and can be propagated by division or by seed. It is best grown in partial shade and requires regular watering during the growing season.

Where to Find Inversodicraea ntemensis

Inversodicraea ntemensis can be found in the Republic of Congo.

Inversodicraea ntemensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Inversodicraea ntemensis?

Inversodicraea ntemensis

What is the natural habitat of Inversodicraea ntemensis?

Mountain forests in Cameroon

What are the common names of Inversodicraea ntemensis?

Ntem inversodicraea

Species in the Podostemaceae family

Angolaea fluitans, Apinagia aripecuruensis, Apinagia arminensis, Apinagia batrachifolia, Apinagia boliviana, Apinagia brevicaulis, Apinagia crispa, Apinagia digitata, Apinagia dissecta, Apinagia divaricata, Apinagia fimbrifolia, Apinagia flexuosa, Apinagia fluitans, Apinagia fucoides, Apinagia gardneriana, Apinagia glaziovii, Apinagia goejei, Apinagia guairaensis, Apinagia guyanensis, Apinagia hulkiana, Apinagia itanensis, Apinagia kochii, Apinagia latifolia, Apinagia leptophylla, Apinagia longifolia, Apinagia marowynensis, Apinagia membranacea, Apinagia minor, Apinagia multibranchiata, Apinagia parvifolia, Apinagia petiolata, Apinagia platystigma, Apinagia pusilla, Apinagia rangiferina, Apinagia richardiana, Apinagia ruppioides, Apinagia spruceana, Apinagia staheliana, Apinagia surumuensis, Apinagia tenuifolia, Apinagia treslingiana, Apinagia versteegiana, Apinagia brejoagrestinensis, Autana andersonii, Castelnavia noveloi, Castelnavia cuneifolia, Castelnavia fimbriata, Castelnavia fluitans, Castelnavia lindmaniana, Castelnavia monandra,

References

Masahiro Kato (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Kato' in the authors string.
Duncan W. Thomas: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.W.Thomas' in the authors string.
Rolf Rutishauser (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rutish.' in the authors string.
John J. Schenk: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Schenk' in the authors string.
Satoshi Koi (b.1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Koi' in the authors string.
Yoko Kita (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.Kita' in the authors string.
Rachel Herschlag: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Herschlag' in the authors string.