Status:
valid
Authors:
(Soroka) Ormerod
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 13: 57 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000911597
Common Names
- Aspidogyne Longibracteata
- Longibracteata Aspidogyne
- Longibracteata Orchid
Description
Aspidogyne longibracteata (also called Long-bracted Aspidogyne, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Colombia and is found in humid montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Aspidogyne longibracteata is a tropical plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also known for its medicinal properties, as it has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and anti-fungal properties. It is also used to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aspidogyne longibracteata is a white spathe with a yellow spadix. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aspidogyne longibracteata is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through cuttings or by seed.
Where to Find Aspidogyne longibracteata
Aspidogyne longibracteata is native to Colombia.
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
Travis Soroka: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soroka' in the authors string.