Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
micrantha
ID:
912727

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Poepp. & Endl.) M.W.Chase & N.H.Williams

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 21(3): 29 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000912062



Common Names

  • Comparettia micrantha
  • Micrantha's Comparettia
  • Micrantha Comparettia


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Description

Comparettia micrantha (also called Dwarf wax, among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant native to Colombia and Peru. It has a pendulous habit and grows in humid, shady forests. Its leaves are oblong-elliptic, with a smooth texture and a dark green color.

Uses & Benefits

Comparettia micrantha is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used to attract pollinators to gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Comparettia micrantha has yellow flowers with a red center and a white throat. The seeds are round and black. The seedlings have ovate leaves and white flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Comparettia micrantha is a tropical epiphyte native to the rainforests of Central and South America. It is best grown in bright, indirect light and prefers temperatures between 60-80°F (15-27°C). It can be propagated by division or stem cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and placed in a moist, well-draining medium such as a mixture of peat and perlite. Keep the medium moist and place in bright, indirect light until roots form.

Where to Find Comparettia micrantha

Comparettia micrantha can be found in Colombia.

Comparettia micrantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Comparettia micrantha?

Comparettia micrantha

What type of plant is Comparettia micrantha?

Orchid

Where is Comparettia micrantha native to?

Central and South America

Species in the Comparettia genus

Comparettia moroniae, Comparettia acebeyae, Comparettia amboroensis, Comparettia auriculata, Comparettia barkeri, Comparettia bennettii, Comparettia blankei, Comparettia brevis, Comparettia campoverdei, Comparettia carinata, Comparettia chiribogae, Comparettia coimbrae, Comparettia corydaloides, Comparettia crucirornibus, Comparettia delcastilloi, Comparettia ecalcarata, Comparettia embreei, Comparettia equitans, Comparettia frymirei, Comparettia gentryi, Comparettia granizoi, Comparettia hauensteinii, Comparettia heterophylla, Comparettia hirtzii, Comparettia jamiesonii, Comparettia janeae, Comparettia kerspei, Comparettia kroemeri, Comparettia langkastii, Comparettia langlassei, Comparettia larae, Comparettia latipetala, Comparettia limatamboensis, Comparettia luerae, Comparettia markgrafii, Comparettia micrantha, Comparettia minuta, Comparettia mirthae, Comparettia neudeckeri, Comparettia newyorkorum, Comparettia ottonis, Comparettia pacensium, Comparettia palatina, Comparettia paniculata, Comparettia papillosa, Comparettia paraguaensis, Comparettia penduliflora, Comparettia peruvioides, Comparettia portillae, Comparettia rauhii,

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-456960: 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.
Norris H. Williams (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.H.Williams' in the authors string.
Mark W. Chase (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.W.Chase' in the authors string.