Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
clowesii
ID:
245062

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Sert. Orchid. : t. 34 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000244394

Common Names

  • Miltonia clowesii
  • Clowesii
  • Clowesii Miltonia

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Synonyms

  • Odontoglossum clowesii Lindl. [unknown]
  • Oncidium clowesii Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Brassia clowesii Lindl. [unknown]
  • Miltonia clowesii lamarcheana É.Morren [unknown]

Description

Miltonia clowesii (also called Clowes' Miltonia, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Brazil. It has a single stem and a single flower. It is found in humid forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Miltonia clowesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Miltonia clowesii has white, fragrant flowers with yellow or orange centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Miltonia clowesii is a slow-growing orchid that is best propagated from division. The divisions should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Once the divisions have taken root, they should be transplanted into individual pots and grown in a warm, humid environment. The orchid should be fertilized regularly and kept in partial shade.

Where to Find Miltonia clowesii

Miltonia clowesii is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic Forest biome.

Miltonia clowesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Miltonia clowesii?

Miltonia clowesii

What is the common name of Miltonia clowesii?

Clowes' Miltonia

What type of soil is best for Miltonia clowesii?

Well-drained, acidic soil

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-128289: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.