Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
metallescens
ID:
290754

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Barb.Rodr.) Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Bradea 2: 204 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000290086



Common Names

  • Metallescens Aspidogyne
  • Metallescens' Aspidogyne
  • Metallescens Aspidogyne


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Synonyms

  • Physurus metallescens Barb.Rodr. [unknown]
  • Erythrodes metallescens Ames [unknown]

Description

Aspidogyne metallescens (also called Metallic Aspidogyne, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is a terrestrial herb with an erect stem and a single leaf. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, and it is found in wet montane forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Aspidogyne metallescens has been used for furniture making, flooring, and firewood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Aspidogyne metallescens has small yellow-green flowers. Seed: The seed of Aspidogyne metallescens is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. Seedlings: The seedlings of Aspidogyne metallescens are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspidogyne metallescens is a shrub native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done from seed, which should be sown in spring. Germination usually takes place in the summer.

Where to Find Aspidogyne metallescens

Aspidogyne metallescens is native to Mexico and Central America.

Aspidogyne metallescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspidogyne metallescens?

Aspidogyne metallescens

What is the common name of Aspidogyne metallescens?

Metallescens Oak

Where is Aspidogyne metallescens native to?

Brazil

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-17210: Based on the initial data import
João Barbosa Rodrigues (1842-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barb.Rodr.' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.