Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
inedita
ID:
793586

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dressler & Dalström

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 23: 80 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000792919



Common Names

  • Chondrorhyncha-inedita
  • Chondrorhyncha-de-inedita
  • Chondrorhyncha-de-inedita-de-oliveira


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Description

Chondrorhyncha inedita (also called Inedita chondrorhyncha, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to South America. It has ovate leaves and small white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical climates in wet and moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Chondrorhyncha inedita is used as an ornamental plant for its fragrant white flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chondrorhyncha inedita has white flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chondrorhyncha inedita is an epiphytic orchid, native to Brazil. It is grown for its showy flowers, which are usually white or pink. Propagation is by division or seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. The plant prefers bright, indirect light and regular watering.

Where to Find Chondrorhyncha inedita

Chondrorhyncha inedita can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Chondrorhyncha inedita FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chondrorhyncha inedita?

Chondrorhyncha inedita

What is the common name of Chondrorhyncha inedita?

Inedita chondrorhyncha

Where is Chondrorhyncha inedita native to?

Brazil

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-331488: Based on the initial data import
Robert Louis Dressler (1927-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dressler' in the authors string.
Stig Dalström: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dalström' in the authors string.