Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
costaricensis
ID:
334498

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 16: 446 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000333830

Common Names

  • Warrea costaricensis
  • Costaricensis Warrea
  • Costa Rican Warrea

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Description

Warrea costaricensis (also called Costa Rican warrea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to Costa Rica. It is a terrestrial plant that grows in forests and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Warrea costaricensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive blue-violet flowers. It is also used medicinally for treating various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and diarrhea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Warrea costaricensis has yellow flowers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Warrea costaricensis is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed, cuttings, or layering.

Where to Find Warrea costaricensis

Warrea costaricensis is native to Central and South America.

Warrea costaricensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Warrea costaricensis?

Warrea costaricensis

What is the common name of Warrea costaricensis?

Costa Rican Warrea

Where is Warrea costaricensis native to?

Central America

Species in the Warrea 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,

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