Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
sessiliflora
ID:
216375

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bateman

Source:
wcs

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. 23: t. 1991 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000215704



Common Names

  • Huntleya sessiliflora
  • Sessile-flowered Huntleya
  • Sessile-flowered Orchid


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Description

Huntleya sessiliflora (also called Sessile-flowered Huntleya, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It has a short stem and long, narrow leaves. The flowers are small and white with a yellow center. It grows in humid tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Huntleya sessiliflora is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and stomach ache. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a source of timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Huntleya sessiliflora has small, white flowers with yellow centers and a five-lobed corolla. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Huntleya sessiliflora is a terrestrial orchid native to Central and South America. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sterile medium and kept in a humid environment with temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C). Once the seedlings have developed a few leaves, they can be transplanted into individual pots.

Where to Find Huntleya sessiliflora

Huntleya sessiliflora can be found in tropical America.

Huntleya sessiliflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Huntleya sessiliflora?

Huntleya sessiliflora

What is the common name of Huntleya sessiliflora?

Sessile-flowered huntleya

Where is Huntleya sessiliflora found?

It is found in Costa Rica and Panama.

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-100843: Based on the initial data import
James Bateman (1811-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bateman' in the authors string.