Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
repens
ID:
290817

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Poepp. & Endl.) Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Bradea 2: 202 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000290149



Common Names

  • Creeping Aspidogyne
  • Creeping Aspidogyn
  • Creeping Aspidogyns


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Synonyms

  • Microchilus repens D.Dietr. [unknown]
  • Pelexia repens Poepp. & Endl. [unknown]
  • Physurus repens Lindl. [unknown]
  • Erythrodes lobatocalcar C.Schweinf. [unknown]
  • Erythrodes repens Ames [unknown]
  • Aspidogyne lobatocalcar (C.Schweinf.) Garay [unknown]

Description

Aspidogyne repens (also called Creeping 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 repens is a species of shrub native to Mexico. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for timber and firewood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspidogyne repens is a slow-growing evergreen tree that can reach a height of up to 20 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is typically done by seed, which should be planted in the fall. The seedlings should be kept moist and in a sheltered location until they are established.

Where to Find Aspidogyne repens

Aspidogyne repens is native to Mexico and Central America.

Aspidogyne repens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspidogyne repens?

Aspidogyne repens

What is the common name of Aspidogyne repens?

Creeping Aspidogyne

What is the natural habitat of Aspidogyne repens?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

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-17216: Based on the initial data import
Eduard Friedrich Poeppig (1798-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poepp.' in the authors string.
Stephan Endlicher (1804-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Endl.' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.