Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
orchioides
ID:
796061

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) R.González ex Rutk., Mytnik & Szlach.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 41: 477 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000795394



Common Names

  • Galeottiella orchioides
  • Orchioides Galeottiella
  • Galeottiella


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Description

Galeottiella orchioides (also called Orchis Galeottii, among many other common names) is a small, bulbous perennial plant with bright yellow flowers. It is native to Europe, and is found growing in grassy meadows and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Galeottiella orchioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Galeottiella orchioides has yellow, star-shaped flowers. 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

Galeottiella orchioides is a small perennial plant that grows in temperate climates. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The plant should be grown in a medium that is well-draining and slightly acidic. It should be kept in a cool, humid environment with bright, indirect light. Watering should be done regularly, but the soil should be allowed to dry out between waterings. Fertilizer should be applied every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Galeottiella orchioides

Galeottiella orchioides is native to Central and South America, from Mexico to Argentina.

Galeottiella orchioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Galeottiella orchioides?

Galeottiella orchioides

What is the family of Galeottiella orchioides?

Orchidaceae

What is the origin of Galeottiella orchioides?

South America

Species in the Galeottiella genus

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-333921: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.
Roberto González Tamayo (1945-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.González' in the authors string.
Piotr Rutkowski (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rutk.' in the authors string.
Joanna Mytnik-Ejsmont (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mytnik' in the authors string.