Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
minutiflora
ID:
218213

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Dodson & N.H.Williams) Pupulin

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 3: 227 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000217542



Common Names

  • Ionopsis minutiflora
  • Minutiflora Ionopsis
  • Ionopsis' Minutiflora


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Synonyms

  • Konanzia minutiflora Dodson & N.Williams [unknown]
  • Konantzia minutiflora Dodson & N.H.Williams [deprecated]

Description

Ionopsis minutiflora (also called Small-flowered Ionopsis, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to South America. It is a small orchid, growing to 10-15 cm tall. It is found in moist, shady habitats, often in forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ionopsis minutiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and headache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ionopsis minutiflora has small, white flowers with yellow centers and long, thin seed pods. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate, with thin, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ionopsis minutiflora is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a well-draining, sandy soil. It requires bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. Fertilize monthly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Ionopsis minutiflora

Ionopsis minutiflora is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Ionopsis minutiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ionopsis minutiflora?

Ionopsis minutiflora

What is the common name of Ionopsis minutiflora?

Miniature Flower Ionopsis

What is the natural habitat of Ionopsis minutiflora?

Ionopsis minutiflora is native to Central and South America.

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-102612: Based on the initial data import
Calaway H. Dodson (1928-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dodson' in the authors string.
Norris H. Williams (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.H.Williams' in the authors string.
Franco Pupulin (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pupulin' in the authors string.