Rhinerrhizopsis matutina - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
matutina
ID:
810667
Status:
valid
Authors:
D.L.Jones & M.A.Clem.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Austral. Orchid Res. 5: 13 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000810001
Common Names
- Rhinerrhizopsis matutina
- Rhinerrhizopsis
- Matutina
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rhinerrhizopsis matutina (also called 'Morning Rhinerrhizopsis', among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central and South America. It has a woody stem and grows up to 3 meters in height. It is found in tropical and subtropical climates, in open or semi-shaded areas. It prefers moist soils and can tolerate some drought.
Uses & Benefits
Rhinerrhizopsis matutina is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is used for its ornamental value in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Rhinerrhizopsis matutina is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals and yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rhinerrhizopsis matutina is an epiphytic bromeliad that is native to the Andes Mountains of Peru. It grows to a height of 2-3 feet and has long, narrow, green leaves. The plant produces bright yellow flowers in summer. It is best grown in partial shade and in well-draining soil. Propagation is by division or by seed.
Where to Find Rhinerrhizopsis matutina
Rhinerrhizopsis matutina is native to Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, and Venezuela.
Rhinerrhizopsis matutina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhinerrhizopsis matutina?
Rhinerrhizopsis matutina
What type of plant is Rhinerrhizopsis matutina?
It is a shrub
Where is Rhinerrhizopsis matutina native to?
It is native to Mexico
Species in the Rhinerrhizopsis genus
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-348220: Based on the initial data import
David Lloyd Jones (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.L.Jones' in the authors string.
Mark Alwin Clements (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.A.Clem.' in the authors string.