Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
oliverosii
ID:
917662

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.W.Chase & N.H.Williams

Source:
wcs

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 118(1291, Suppl.): 61 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000916997



Common Names

  • Oliverosii Comparettia
  • Oliverosii Star-of-Bethlehem
  • Oliverosii Star of Bethlehem


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Description

Comparettia oliverosii (also called Oliveros' Comparettia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that can reach up to 20 cm in height. It has a green stem and its leaves are alternate, simple, lanceolate and entire. It is native to Colombia and found in the Andes. It is usually found in humid montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Comparettia oliverosii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Comparettia oliverosii has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are black and round, and the seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Comparettia oliverosii is a small, epiphytic orchid that is native to Colombia, Venezuela, and Ecuador. It is a warm-growing species that prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. Propagation is done through division of the plant or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile, well-draining substrate and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Comparettia oliverosii

Comparettia oliverosii is native to Colombia. It can be found in the departments of Antioquia, Cauca, and Valle del Cauca.

Comparettia oliverosii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Comparettia oliverosii?

Comparettia oliverosii

What are the common names of Comparettia oliverosii?

Oliver's wax orchid

What is the natural habitat of Comparettia oliverosii?

Tropical rainforests

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-462309: Based on the initial data import
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.