Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
mireyae
ID:
337996

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.Gerlach & M.H.Weber

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
J. Orchideenfr. 10: 230 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000337328



Common Names

  • Acineta mireyae
  • Mireyae Orchid
  • Mireyae Star Orchid


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Description

Acineta mireyae (also called Mireya's Acineta, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Colombia and Ecuador. It is a small epiphyte that grows on trees in wet montane forests at elevations of 1,400–2,400 m. It has long, thin, green leaves and produces small, yellowish-brown flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Acineta mireyae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make dyes and in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acineta mireyae has small, yellowish-green flowers with white sepals and petals. The seed is small and round, with a black seed coat. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acineta mireyae is a terrestrial orchid found in the tropical forests of Central and South America. It is best grown in a well-draining, humus-rich soil in partial shade. Propagation is best done by division of the mature plants. The division should be done in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Acineta mireyae

Acineta mireyae is native to Colombia and Ecuador.

Acineta mireyae FAQ

What are the light requirements of Acineta mireyae?

Acineta mireyae prefers bright, indirect light.

What type of soil is best for Acineta mireyae?

Acineta mireyae prefers a well-draining, slightly acidic potting mix.

How often should Acineta mireyae be watered?

Acineta mireyae should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.

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-217666: Based on the initial data import
Günter Gerlach (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Gerlach' in the authors string.
Michael H. Weber: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.H.Weber' in the authors string.