Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
heterotypica
ID:
296237

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vatke

Source:
wcs

Year:
1881

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 43: 94 (1881)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000295569



Common Names

  • Heterotypic Renschia
  • Renschia heterotypica
  • Heterotypic Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Tinnea heterotypica S.Moore [unknown]

Description

Renschia heterotypica (also called Renschia heterotypica, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid native to Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. It has a short stem and two to four oblong-lanceolate leaves. It grows in wet montane forests and in wet grasslands at elevations of 1000-3000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Renschia heterotypica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Renschia heterotypica is white in color, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are short and slender, with a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Renschia heterotypica is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical areas of Central and South America. It prefers warm temperatures, from 70-90°F (21-32°C). It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. It should be grown in a well-draining potting mix that is high in organic matter. Propagation is done through division of the rhizome.

Where to Find Renschia heterotypica

Renschia heterotypica is native to the Philippines.

Renschia heterotypica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Renschia heterotypica?

Renschia heterotypica

What is the common name of Renschia heterotypica?

Heterotypica

What is the natural habitat of Renschia heterotypica?

Tropical moist forests

Species in the Renschia genus

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-177371: Based on the initial data import
Wilhelm Vatke (1849-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vatke' in the authors string.