Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
biseta
ID:
1412001

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Luer) Pupulin

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Lankesteriana 17(2): 303. 2017 [17 Aug 2017] [epublished]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424466

Common Names

  • Decalobanthus similis
  • Silverleaf Decalobanthus
  • Silverleaf Bush

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Description

Echinosepala biseta (also called Biseta Echinosepala, among many other common names) is a shrub species native to Mexico and Guatemala. It has small, white flowers with yellow centers and a short, thin stem. It grows in moist, shady forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Echinosepala biseta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in shady areas. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Echinosepala biseta is yellow with a white centre and has a long, slender spur. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons and a single root.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Echinosepala biseta is a terrestrial orchid that is native to Central and South America. It can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It prefers a well-draining soil that is high in organic matter. It should be kept in partial shade and watered regularly. Propagation is done by dividing the rhizomes or by seed.

Where to Find Echinosepala biseta

Echinosepala biseta is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Echinosepala biseta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Echinosepala biseta?

Echinosepala biseta

What is the natural habitat of Echinosepala biseta?

Echinosepala biseta is found in the humid forests of Central and South America.

What type of plant is Echinosepala biseta?

Echinosepala biseta is a species of orchid.

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

Franco Pupulin (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pupulin' in the authors string.
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.