Holcoglossum omeiense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
omeiense
ID:
442914
Status:
valid
Authors:
X.H.Jin & S.C.Chen
Source:
wcs
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 59: 633 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000442246
Common Names
- Holcoglossum Omeiense
- Omei Holcoglossum
- Omei Star Grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Holcoglossum omeiense (also called Omei Holcoglossum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to China. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Holcoglossum omeiense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating ailments such as fever, colds, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Holcoglossum omeiense has white to yellow flowers, small seeds and seedlings with short, broad leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Holcoglossum omeiense is an epiphytic orchid native to China. It is best grown in a potting mix of equal parts of peat moss, perlite, and sand. It prefers a bright, indirect light and should be kept moist but not wet. Propagation is done by division of the clumps of pseudobulbs.
Where to Find Holcoglossum omeiense
Holcoglossum omeiense is native to China and can be found in the Temperate Broadleaf and Mixed Forest biome.
Holcoglossum omeiense FAQ
What is the ideal temperature for Holcoglossum omeiense?
Holcoglossum omeiense prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C)
What is the ideal light for Holcoglossum omeiense?
Holcoglossum omeiense prefers bright, indirect light.
What is the ideal humidity for Holcoglossum omeiense?
Holcoglossum omeiense prefers high humidity, between 50-80%.
Species in the Holcoglossum genus
Holcoglossum omeiense, Holcoglossum tsii, Holcoglossum weixiense, Holcoglossum auriculatum, Holcoglossum nujiangense, Holcoglossum calcicola, Holcoglossum linearifolium, Holcoglossum amesianum, Holcoglossum flavescens, Holcoglossum himalaicum, Holcoglossum kimballianum, Holcoglossum lingulatum, Holcoglossum quasipinifolium, Holcoglossum rupestre, Holcoglossum sinicum, Holcoglossum subulifolium, Holcoglossum wangii, Holcoglossum singchianum, Holcoglossum pumilum, Holcoglossum phongii, Holcoglossum gaoligongense, Holcoglossum semiteretifolium,
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-249192: Based on the initial data import
Sing Chi Chen (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.C.Chen' in the authors string.
Xiao Hua Jin (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'X.H.Jin' in the authors string.