Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Nowak & Szlach.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Pl. Syst. Evol. 301: 66 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341739
Common Names
- Gomphichis carlos-parrae
- Carlos-parrae Gomphichis
- Carlos-parrae
Description
Gomphichis carlos-parrae (also called 'Carlos Parra's Gomphichis', among many other common names) is a species of terrestrial orchid native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It is found in montane forests at elevations of 1000-3000 m. It has an erect stem and large, ovate leaves. The flowers are white and yellow, and have a long, curved spur.
Uses & Benefits
Gomphichis carlos-parrae is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Gomphichis carlos-parrae is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gomphichis carlos-parrae is a bulbous perennial native to Colombia. It can be propagated from seed or corms. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Corms should be planted in late spring or early summer in a moist, well-drained soil. The plant prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Gomphichis carlos-parrae
Gomphichis carlos-parrae is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca and Chiapas.
Gomphichis carlos-parrae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gomphichis carlos-parrae?
Gomphichis carlos-parrae
What is the common name of Gomphichis carlos-parrae?
Carlos-Parra's Gomphichis
What is the natural habitat of Gomphichis carlos-parrae?
It is native to Mexico and Central America
Species in the Gomphichis genus
Gomphichis adnata,
Gomphichis alba,
Gomphichis altissima,
Gomphichis bogotensis,
Gomphichis caucana,
Gomphichis cladotricha,
Gomphichis crassilabia,
Gomphichis cundinamarcae,
Gomphichis goodyeroides,
Gomphichis gracilis,
Gomphichis hetaerioides,
Gomphichis koehleri,
Gomphichis lancipetala,
Gomphichis longifolia,
Gomphichis longiscapa,
Gomphichis macbridei,
Gomphichis plantaginea,
Gomphichis plantaginifolia,
Gomphichis scaposa,
Gomphichis steyermarkii,
Gomphichis traceyae,
Gomphichis valida,
Gomphichis viscosa,
Gomphichis huilaensis,
Gomphichis schneideri,
Gomphichis epiphytica,
Gomphichis renziana,
Gomphichis pseudogoodyeroides,
Gomphichis salamancae,
Gomphichis carlos-parrae,
Gomphichis magnicallosa,
Gomphichis fernandezii,
Gomphichis jaramilloi,
Gomphichis monstruosa,
Gomphichis lozanoi,
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,