Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
costaricensis
ID:
917512

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ormerod & M.A.Blanco

Source:
wcs

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 14: 111 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000916847



Common Names

  • Aspidogyne costaricensis
  • Costaricensis Aspidogyne
  • Costaricensis Costa Rican Aspidogyne


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Description

Aspidogyne costaricensis (also called 'Costa Rican Aspidogyne', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central and South America. It is a small epiphytic orchid with a fan-shaped growth habit and long, thin, pointed leaves. It grows in humid, shady forests at altitudes of up to 2,000 meters. It is found in Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil.

Uses & Benefits

Aspidogyne costaricensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aspidogyne costaricensis is a small, white, fragrant flower with a yellow center. Its seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspidogyne costaricensis is an epiphytic orchid native to Costa Rica. It can be propagated from seed or by division. It should be grown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in bright, indirect light. Water regularly and fertilize every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Aspidogyne costaricensis

Aspidogyne costaricensis is native to the tropical rainforest of Central and South America.

Aspidogyne costaricensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspidogyne costaricensis?

Aspidogyne costaricensis

What is the common name of Aspidogyne costaricensis?

Costa Rican Aspidogyne

What type of plant is Aspidogyne costaricensis?

Aspidogyne costaricensis is an evergreen shrub.

Species in the Aspidogyne genus

Aspidogyne argentea, Aspidogyne bidentifera, Aspidogyne boliviensis, Aspidogyne brachyrrhyncha, Aspidogyne bruxelii, Aspidogyne commelinoides, Aspidogyne confusa, Aspidogyne decora, Aspidogyne fimbrillaris, Aspidogyne foliosa, Aspidogyne hylibates, Aspidogyne hyphaematica, Aspidogyne kuczynskii, Aspidogyne lindleyana, Aspidogyne longicornu, Aspidogyne malmei, Aspidogyne metallescens, Aspidogyne multifoliata, Aspidogyne mystacina, Aspidogyne pumila, Aspidogyne rariflora, Aspidogyne repens, Aspidogyne robusta, Aspidogyne serripetala, Aspidogyne steyermarkii, Aspidogyne stictophylla, Aspidogyne tuerckheimii, Aspidogyne utriculata, Aspidogyne mosaica, Aspidogyne gigantea, Aspidogyne vesiculosa, Aspidogyne grandis, Aspidogyne grayumii, Aspidogyne herzogii, Aspidogyne misera, Aspidogyne popayanensis, Aspidogyne roseoalba, Aspidogyne zonata, Aspidogyne carauchana, Aspidogyne chocoensis, Aspidogyne cruciformis, Aspidogyne goaltalensis, Aspidogyne longibracteata, Aspidogyne mendoncae, Aspidogyne rotundifolia, Aspidogyne sumacoensis, Aspidogyne costaricensis, Aspidogyne harlingii, Aspidogyne alajuelae, Aspidogyne amazonica,

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-462156: Based on the initial data import
Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.
Mario Alberto Blanco (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.A.Blanco' in the authors string.