Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
mosaica
ID:
341444

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ormerod

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Oasis Suppl. 3: 3 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000340776



Common Names

  • Aspidogyne mosaica
  • Mosaic Aspidogyne
  • Mosaica Aspidogyne


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Description

Aspidogyne mosaica (also called 'Mosaic Aspidogyne', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Brazil. It is found in grassland and savanna habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Aspidogyne mosaica is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used as a houseplant to purify the air.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aspidogyne mosaica has white flowers with yellow centres and a sweet scent. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are short and have thin, pale green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspidogyne mosaica is a terrestrial orchid native to South America. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a moist medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.

Where to Find Aspidogyne mosaica

Aspidogyne mosaica is native to Brazil and Bolivia.

Aspidogyne mosaica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspidogyne mosaica?

Aspidogyne mosaica

What is the common name of Aspidogyne mosaica?

Mosaic Aspidogyne

What type of plant is Aspidogyne mosaica?

Tree

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-220995: Based on the initial data import
Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.