Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
standleyi
ID:
900234

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ames) Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 28(4): 306. 1982 [1980 publ. 1982]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000899569

Common Names

  • Coccineorchis standleyi
  • Standley's Orchid
  • Standley's Coccineorchis

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Description

Coccineorchis standleyi (also called Standley's Orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It grows in a variety of habitats, from disturbed areas to grasslands and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Coccineorchis standleyi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, skin diseases, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coccineorchis standleyi has small yellow flowers with a white lip and a long spur. The seeds are round and black. The seedlings have two to three leaves that are lanceolate in shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coccineorchis standleyi is a terrestrial orchid that can be grown from seed or from division of the rhizome. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be propagated by division in the spring. It can also be propagated by stem cuttings taken in the spring or summer.

Where to Find Coccineorchis standleyi

Coccineorchis standleyi is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Central and South America.

Coccineorchis standleyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coccineorchis standleyi?

Coccineorchis standleyi

What is the common name of Coccineorchis standleyi?

Standley's Coccineorchis

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Orchidaceae

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-44272: Based on the initial data import
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.