Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
hookeri
ID:
246864

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lem.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1851

Citation Micro:
Jard. Fleur. 1(Misc.): 116 (1851)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000246196



Common Names

  • Mormodes Hookeri
  • Hooker's Mormodes
  • Hooker's Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Mormodes atropurpurea Hook. [illegitimate]
  • Mormodes barbata Lindl. & Paxton [unknown]

Description

Mormodes hookeri (also called 'Hooker's Mormodes', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central America and northern South America. It is found in wet and dry forests, as well as in disturbed areas, from sea level to elevations of 1,200 m. It has a robust stem and large, leathery leaves. The flowers are yellowish-green with a red lip.

Uses & Benefits

Mormodes hookeri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mormodes hookeri is yellow in color with a red center. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mormodes hookeri can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-draining soil and full sun to partial shade. Water regularly during the growing season and reduce watering during the winter. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.

Where to Find Mormodes hookeri

Mormodes hookeri is found in tropical regions of Central America, including Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Mormodes hookeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mormodes hookeri?

Mormodes hookeri

What is the common name of Mormodes hookeri?

Hooker's mormodes

What is the natural habitat of Mormodes hookeri?

Mormodes hookeri is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Mormodes genus

Mormodes andicola, Mormodes andreettae, Mormodes aromatica, Mormodes atropurpurea, Mormodes aurantiaca, Mormodes aurea, Mormodes auriculata, Mormodes badia, Mormodes buccinator, Mormodes calceolata, Mormodes carnevaliana, Mormodes cartonii, Mormodes castroi, Mormodes chrysantha, Mormodes claesiana, Mormodes cogniauxii, Mormodes colossus, Mormodes convolutum, Mormodes cozticxochitl, Mormodes cucumerina, Mormodes dasilvae, Mormodes dayana, Mormodes densiflora, Mormodes elegans, Mormodes ephippilabia, Mormodes escobarii, Mormodes estradae, Mormodes fractiflexa, Mormodes frymirei, Mormodes guentheriana, Mormodes hoehnei, Mormodes hookeri, Mormodes horichii, Mormodes ignea, Mormodes issanensis, Mormodes lancilabris, Mormodes lawrenceana, Mormodes lineata, Mormodes lobulata, Mormodes luxata, Mormodes maculata, Mormodes mejiae, Mormodes morenoi, Mormodes nagelii, Mormodes oberlanderiana, Mormodes oceloteoides, Mormodes oestlundianum, Mormodes orinocoensis, Mormodes pabstiana, Mormodes paraensis,

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,

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