Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
oreades
ID:
819487

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Wimm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
Ann. Naturhist. Mus. Wien 56: 373 (1948)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000818821



Common Names

  • Sclerotheca oreades
  • Oreades Sclerotheca
  • Sclerotheca Oreades


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Description

Sclerotheca oreades (also called 'Oreades Cone Orchid', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. It grows in wet montane forests at elevations of 800-2500 m. It is an epiphyte, characterized by its long, thin, pale green leaves and its yellow-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Sclerotheca oreades is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating wounds and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sclerotheca oreades is a white, fragrant, tubular flower with four petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with rounded leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sclerotheca oreades can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Sclerotheca oreades

Sclerotheca oreades can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Sclerotheca oreades FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sclerotheca oreades?

Sclerotheca oreades

What is the natural habitat of Sclerotheca oreades?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests of Central and South America.

What is the flower color of Sclerotheca oreades?

The flowers of Sclerotheca oreades are usually white or pale pink.

Species in the Campanulaceae family

Adenophora amurica, Adenophora brevidiscifera, Adenophora capillaris, Adenophora changaica, Adenophora coelestis, Adenophora contracta, Adenophora cordifolia, Adenophora divaricata, Adenophora elata, Adenophora fusifolia, Adenophora gmelinii, Adenophora golubinzevaeana, Adenophora grandiflora, Adenophora hatsushimae, Adenophora himalayana, Adenophora hubeiensis, Adenophora izuensis, Adenophora jacutica, Adenophora jasionifolia, Adenophora khasiana, Adenophora lamarkii, Adenophora liliifolia, Adenophora liliifolioides, Adenophora lobophylla, Adenophora longipedicellata, Adenophora maximowicziana, Adenophora micrantha, Adenophora morrisonensis, Adenophora nikoensis, Adenophora ningxianica, Adenophora palustris, Adenophora pereskiifolia, Adenophora petiolata, Adenophora pinifolia, Adenophora polyantha, Adenophora potaninii, Adenophora probatovae, Adenophora remotidens, Adenophora remotiflora, Adenophora rupestris, Adenophora rupincola, Adenophora sinensis, Adenophora stenanthina, Adenophora stenophylla, Adenophora stricta, Adenophora sublata, Adenophora takedai, Adenophora tashiroi, Adenophora taurica, Adenophora trachelioides,

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