Miltonia altairiana - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
altairiana
ID:
914070
Status:
valid
Authors:
Chiron & V.P.Castro
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Richardiana 9: 7 (2009 publ. 2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000913405
Common Names
- Miltonia altairiana
- Altairiana Miltonia
- Miltonia Altairiana
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Miltonia altairiana (also called Altair's Miltonia, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Colombia and Ecuador. It is a terrestrial plant that grows in wet montane forests at elevations of 800–3000 m. It has an erect stem and lanceolate leaves. The flowers are white with a yellow center.
Uses & Benefits
Miltonia altairiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Miltonia altairiana has white flowers with yellow anthers, and small, brown, oblong seeds. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Miltonia altairiana is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It is best grown in a well-draining medium such as bark or sphagnum moss. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. Propagation is done through division or by seed.
Where to Find Miltonia altairiana
Miltonia altairiana is native to Colombia and can be found in the departments of Antioquia and Valle del Cauca.
Miltonia altairiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Miltonia altairiana?
Miltonia altairiana
What is the family of Miltonia altairiana?
Orchidaceae
What is the habitat of Miltonia altairiana?
Tropical forests
Species in the Miltonia genus
Miltonia binotii, Miltonia bluntii, Miltonia candida, Miltonia clowesii, Miltonia cogniauxiae, Miltonia cuneata, Miltonia cyrtochiloides, Miltonia flava, Miltonia flavescens, Miltonia kayasimae, Miltonia lamarckeana, Miltonia moreliana, Miltonia peetersiana, Miltonia regnellii, Miltonia rosina, Miltonia russelliana, Miltonia spectabilis, Miltonia phymatochila, Miltonia altairiana, Miltonia leucoglossa, Miltonia peetersiana,
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-458387: Based on the initial data import
Vitorino Paiva Castro (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.P.Castro' in the authors string.
Guy R. Chiron (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chiron' in the authors string.