Aglossorrhyncha viridis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
viridis
ID:
925658
Status:
valid
Authors:
Schltr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 321 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000924993
Common Names
- Aglossorrhyncha viridis
- Green Frog Orchid
- Green-lipped Frog Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aglossorrhyncha viridis (also called Green Aglossorrhyncha, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with glossy green leaves and white flowers. It is native to Colombia and grows in moist, well-drained soils in open woodlands and forests.
Uses & Benefits
Aglossorrhyncha viridis is a popular ornamental plant and is used to decorate gardens and balconies. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin diseases and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aglossorrhyncha viridis has an inflorescence of up to 130 flowers, each with a creamy white to yellowish green color. The flowers have a sweet scent and are pollinated by bees. The seed capsules are round and contain up to 130 seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, upright stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aglossorrhyncha viridis is a species of orchid native to Colombia and Ecuador. It is an epiphytic orchid, meaning it grows on other plants or trees. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It should be grown in a well-draining potting medium, such as a mixture of sphagnum moss and bark. Water regularly, but allow the potting mix to dry out between waterings. Propagate by division or by seed.
Where to Find Aglossorrhyncha viridis
Aglossorrhyncha viridis can be found in the tropical forests of Brazil.
Species in the Aglossorrhyncha genus
Aglossorrhyncha aurea, Aglossorrhyncha biflora, Aglossorrhyncha bilobula, Aglossorrhyncha fruticicola, Aglossorrhyncha galanthiflora, Aglossorrhyncha jabiensis, Aglossorrhyncha lucida, Aglossorrhyncha micronesiaca, Aglossorrhyncha peculiaris, Aglossorrhyncha serrulata, Aglossorrhyncha stenophylla, Aglossorrhyncha torricellensis, Aglossorrhyncha viridis,
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-4763: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.