Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
nicolosii
ID:
409002

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.P.Grasso & Grillo

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Orchidophile (Deuil-la-Barre) 162: 223 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000408334



Common Names

  • Epipactis nicolosii
  • Nicolosii Epipactis
  • Epipactis


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Description

Epipactis nicolosii (also called Nicolosi's epipactis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Ericaceae. It is a herbaceous perennial with leathery, glossy leaves and white flowers. It is native to Central America and the Caribbean, where it is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Epipactis nicolosii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization. The leaves are used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Epipactis nicolosii has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Epipactis nicolosii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet.

Where to Find Epipactis nicolosii

Epipactis nicolosii is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America. It can be found in moist forests, along rivers, and in disturbed areas.

Epipactis nicolosii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Epipactis nicolosii?

Epipactis nicolosii

What is the common name of Epipactis nicolosii?

Nicolosi's Epipactis

What is the family of Epipactis nicolosii?

Orchidaceae

Species in the Epipactis genus

Epipactis humilior, Epipactis nicolosii, Epipactis nordeniorum, Epipactis stellifera, Epipactis exilis, Epipactis robatschii, Epipactis alatus, Epipactis rivularis, Epipactis autumnalis, Epipactis ioessa, Epipactis hanseniorum, Epipactis africana, Epipactis albensis, Epipactis atromarginata, Epipactis atrorubens, Epipactis barlae, Epipactis barreana, Epipactis breinerorum, Epipactis bruxellensis, Epipactis bugacensis, Epipactis cardonneae, Epipactis condensata, Epipactis conquensis, Epipactis dunensis, Epipactis fageticola, Epipactis flaminia, Epipactis flava, Epipactis gerbaudiorum, Epipactis gevaudanii, Epipactis gigantea, Epipactis graberi, Epipactis greuteri, Epipactis guegelii, Epipactis helleborine, Epipactis heterogama, Epipactis kleinii, Epipactis leptochila, Epipactis liestalensis, Epipactis lusitanica, Epipactis mairei, Epipactis meridionalis, Epipactis microphylla, Epipactis muelleri, Epipactis ohwii, Epipactis olympica, Epipactis palustris, Epipactis papillosa, Epipactis persica, Epipactis phyllanthes, Epipactis placentina,

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-243379: Based on the initial data import
Maria Pia Grasso (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.P.Grasso' in the authors string.
Maria Grillo (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grillo' in the authors string.