Comparettia peruvioides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
peruvioides
ID:
912740
Status:
valid
Authors:
M.W.Chase & N.H.Williams
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 21(3): 30 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000912075
Common Names
- Comparettia peruvioides
- Peruvioides Comparettia
- Comparettia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Comparettia peruvioides (also called Peruvian Comparettia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid of the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Peru, and is found in humid tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Comparettia peruvioides is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and skin conditions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Comparettia peruvioides has white flowers with yellow centers and red sepals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with toothed edges.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Comparettia peruvioides 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 peruvioides
Comparettia peruvioides is native to Peru and can be found in wet montane forests.
Comparettia peruvioides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Comparettia peruvioides?
Comparettia peruvioides
What type of plant is Comparettia peruvioides?
Orchid
Where is Comparettia peruvioides 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-456972: 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.