Status:
valid
Authors:
Dodson & D.E.Benn.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. Trop. , ser. 2, 2: t. 110 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000244465
Common Names
- Miltoniopsis bismarckii
- Bismarckii
- Bismarckii Miltoniopsis
Synonyms
- Miltonia bismarckii (Dodson & D.E.Benn.) P.F.Hunt [unknown]
Description
Miltoniopsis bismarckii (also called Bismarck's Miltoniopsis, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Colombia. It has a single stem and a single flower. It is found in humid forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Miltoniopsis bismarckii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Miltoniopsis bismarckii is yellow-brown with purple stripes and spots. The seed is a small, round, yellow-brown capsule. The seedlings are small, round, yellow-brown capsules.
Cultivation and Propagation
Miltoniopsis bismarckii is a species of orchid native to Colombia and Ecuador. It is an epiphytic orchid and can be grown in a pot or mounted on a tree. It prefers a well-draining, humus-rich soil and should be kept moist but not wet. It should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer. Propagation is done by division of the plant.
Where to Find Miltoniopsis bismarckii
Miltoniopsis bismarckii is native to Colombia and can be found in the Andes mountain range.
Miltoniopsis bismarckii FAQ
What are the growing requirements of Miltoniopsis bismarckii?
Miltoniopsis bismarckii requires warm temperatures, bright light, and high humidity to thrive.
How often should I water Miltoniopsis bismarckii?
Miltoniopsis bismarckii should be watered once a week, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
How do I propagate Miltoniopsis bismarckii?
Miltoniopsis bismarckii can be propagated by division or by seed.
Species in the Miltoniopsis genus
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,