Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
phalaenopsis
ID:
245135

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Linden & Rchb.f.) Garay & Dunst.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Venez. Orchids Ill. 6: 278 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000244467



Common Names

  • Miltoniopsis phalaenopsis
  • Phalaenopsis
  • Phalaenopsis Miltoniopsis


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Synonyms

  • Miltonia phalaenopsis G.Nicholson [unknown]
  • Miltonia pulchella hort. ex Linden [unknown]
  • Odontoglossum phalaenopsis Linden & Rchb.f. [unknown]

Description

Miltoniopsis phalaenopsis (also called the Butterfly 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 phalaenopsis 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 phalaenopsis 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Miltoniopsis phalaenopsis 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 phalaenopsis

Miltoniopsis phalaenopsis is native to Colombia and can be found in the Andes mountain range.

Miltoniopsis phalaenopsis FAQ

What are the growing requirements of Miltoniopsis phalaenopsis?

Miltoniopsis phalaenopsis requires warm temperatures, bright light, and high humidity to thrive.

How often should I water Miltoniopsis phalaenopsis?

Miltoniopsis phalaenopsis should be watered once a week, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

How do I propagate Miltoniopsis phalaenopsis?

Miltoniopsis phalaenopsis can be propagated by division or by seed.

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-128359: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Jean Jules Linden (1817-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Linden' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.
Galfrid C.K. Dunsterville (1905-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dunst.' in the authors string.