Gongora boracayanensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
boracayanensis
ID:
838102
Status:
valid
Authors:
Jenny, Dalström & W.E.Higgins
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Selbyana 28: 99 (2007 publ. 2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000837437
Common Names
- Boracayanensis Gongora
- Gongora Boracayanensis
- Boracayanensis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gongora boracayanensis (also called Boracay Gongora, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It has a single, leafless stem and small, white flowers. It is found in humid tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Gongora boracayanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to attract hummingbirds and other pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gongora boracayanensis has small, white flowers with four petals and yellow stamens. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, thin leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gongora boracayanensis is an epiphytic orchid native to Colombia. It can be propagated by division of the rhizome or by seed. It requires a warm, humid climate and should be grown in a well-draining media such as bark or sphagnum moss. It should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly.
Where to Find Gongora boracayanensis
Gongora boracayanensis is native to Colombia and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.
Gongora boracayanensis FAQ
What is the common name of Gongora boracayanensis?
Boracay gongora
What is the natural habitat of Gongora boracayanensis?
Tropical rainforests
What is the scientific name of Gongora boracayanensis?
Gongora boracayanensis
Species in the Gongora genus
Gongora arcuata, Gongora catilligera, Gongora hookeri, Gongora ileneana, Gongora passiflorolens, Gongora rubescens, Gongora meneziana, Gongora glicensteiniana, Gongora vitorinoana, Gongora boracayanensis, Gongora ionodesme, Gongora jauariensis, Gongora juruaensis, Gongora aceras, Gongora alfieana, Gongora amparoana, Gongora armeniaca, Gongora aromatica, Gongora atropurpurea, Gongora batemanni, Gongora bufonia, Gongora charontis, Gongora chocoensis, Gongora claviodora, Gongora cruciformis, Gongora erecta, Gongora escobariana, Gongora fulva, Gongora galeata, Gongora galeottiana, Gongora gibba, Gongora gratulabunda, Gongora grossa, Gongora hirtzii, Gongora histrionica, Gongora horichiana, Gongora ilense, Gongora irmgardiae, Gongora lagunae, Gongora latibasis, Gongora latisepala, Gongora leucochila, Gongora maculata, Gongora minax, Gongora nigrita, Gongora odoratissima, Gongora pardina, Gongora pleiochroma, Gongora portentosa, Gongora powellii,
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-374757: Based on the initial data import
Rudolph Jenny (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jenny' in the authors string.
Stig Dalström: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dalström' in the authors string.
Wesley Ervin Higgins (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.E.Higgins' in the authors string.