Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
utricularioides
ID:
218226

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sw.) Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Coll. Bot. : t. 39A (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000217555



Common Names

  • Ionopsis utricularioides
  • Utricularioides Ionopsis
  • Ionopsis' Utricularioides


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Synonyms

  • Iantha pallidiflora Hook. [unknown]
  • Ionopsis gardneri Lindl. [unknown]
  • Ionopsis pallidiflora Lindl. [unknown]
  • Ionopsis paniculata Lindl. [unknown]
  • Ionopsis pulchella Kunth [unknown]
  • Ionopsis tenera Lindl. [unknown]
  • Ionopsis utricularioides virginalis (L.C.Menezes) Christenson [unknown]
  • Ionopsis utricularioides virginalis L.C.Menezes [unknown]
  • Ionopsis zonalis Lindl. [unknown]
  • Scaphyglottis pallidiflora Lindl. [unknown]
  • Ionopsis paniculata maxima L.Linden & Rodigas [unknown]
  • Ionopsis tenera effusa Lindl. [unknown]
  • Ionopsis tenera tomentosa Lindl. [unknown]
  • Ionopsis tenera violacea Lindl. [unknown]
  • Ionopsis utricularioides angustifolia Cogn. [unknown]
  • Ionopsis utricularioides latifolia Urb. [unknown]
  • Ionopsis utricularioides parviflora Schltr. [unknown]
  • Cybelion pallidiflorum Spreng. [unknown]
  • Cybelion pulchellum Spreng. [unknown]
  • Cybelion tenerum Steud. [unknown]
  • Cybelion utriculariae Spreng. [unknown]
  • Dendrobium utricularioides Sw. [unknown]
  • Epidendrum calcaratum Sessé & Moc. [illegitimate]
  • Epidendrum crenatum Vell. [unknown]
  • Epidendrum paniculatum Rchb.f. [illegitimate]
  • Epidendrum sessei Hoehne [unknown]
  • Epidendrum utricularioides Sw. [unknown]

Description

Ionopsis utricularioides (also called Utricularia-like 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 utricularioides 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 utricularioides 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 utricularioides 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 utricularioides

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

Ionopsis utricularioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ionopsis utricularioides?

Ionopsis utricularioides

What is the common name of Ionopsis utricularioides?

Utricularioides Ionopsis

What is the natural habitat of Ionopsis utricularioides?

Ionopsis utricularioides 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-102624: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Olof Swartz (1760-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sw.' in the authors string.