Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lindl.) R.González & Lizb.Hern.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
Orquídeas Occid. Mex. 1: 252 (2010)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336764
Common Names
- Coenoemersa volcanica
- Volcanica Coenoemersa
- Volcanica Rein Orchid
Uses & Benefits
Coenoemersa volcanica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Coenoemersa volcanica has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Coenoemersa volcanica is a semi-woody, evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to Mexico and is hardy to USDA Zone 9. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not soggy.
Where to Find Coenoemersa volcanica
Coenoemersa volcanica is native to Mexico. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, often on limestone soils.
Coenoemersa volcanica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Coenoemersa volcanica?
Coenoemersa volcanica
What kind of plant is Coenoemersa volcanica?
It is a species of orchid
Where is Coenoemersa volcanica found?
It is found in Mexico
Species in the Coenoemersa genus
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,