Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
schaeferi
ID:
912745

Status:
valid

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

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 21(3): 30 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000912080



Common Names

  • Comparettia schaeferi
  • Schaeferi Comparettia
  • Comparettia


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Description

Comparettia schaeferi (also called Schaefer's Comparettia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to the tropical forests of Colombia. It has long, thin stems and small, bright green leaves. The flowers are small and yellow-green in color, and the fruits are small, three-sided capsules. It grows in humid, tropical forests and is often found on the branches of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Comparettia schaeferi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. Its leaves are also used in traditional medicine for their antispasmodic, diuretic, and stimulant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Comparettia schaeferi is a bright pink, five-petalled flower. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, slender, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Comparettia schaeferi 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 schaeferi

Comparettia schaeferi is native to Colombia and can be found in wet montane forests.

Comparettia schaeferi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Comparettia schaeferi?

Comparettia schaeferi

What type of plant is Comparettia schaeferi?

Orchid

Where is Comparettia schaeferi 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-456977: Based on the initial data import
Karlheinz Senghas (1928-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Senghas' 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.