Status:
valid
Authors:
A.D.Hawkes
Source:
wcs
Year:
1966
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 14: 4 (1966)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000981177
Common Names
- Helleriella nicaraguensis
- Nicaragua Helleriella
- Nicaragua False Daisy
Description
Helleriella nicaraguensis (also called 'Nicaraguan Orchid', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species with fragrant, white flowers and long, thin leaves. It is native to tropical regions of Nicaragua, and is usually found in humid, shady forests.
Uses & Benefits
Helleriella nicaraguensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an indoor houseplant. It has also been used medicinally to treat various ailments, such as fever and skin conditions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Helleriella nicaraguensis has small, white, tubular flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. Its seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Helleriella nicaraguensis is a terrestrial orchid species native to Central America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect sunlight and well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Helleriella nicaraguensis
Helleriella nicaraguensis can be found in Nicaragua and Costa Rica.
Species in the Helleriella 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,