Status:
valid
Authors:
L.E.Matthews
Source:
ipni
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
OrchideenJ. 6(3): 6. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330980
Common Names
- Octomeria doucetteana
- Doucetteana Octomeria
- Octomeria
Description
Octomeria doucetteana (also called Doucette's Octomeria, among many other common names) is a herb native to the tropical regions of South America. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Octomeria doucetteana is a flowering plant native to Central and South America. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Octomeria doucetteana is a yellow-green color and is about 1 cm in size. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Octomeria doucetteana is an evergreen, perennial orchid native to Central and South America. It is easily propagated from seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until they have germinated. Once the seedlings have emerged, they can be transplanted into individual pots and grown in a bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Octomeria doucetteana
Octomeria doucetteana is native to tropical regions of South America. It is found in moist, shady forests and can be purchased from nurseries specializing in tropical plants.
Octomeria doucetteana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Octomeria doucetteana?
Octomeria doucetteana
What type of plant is Octomeria doucetteana?
Octomeria doucetteana is an orchid species.
Where is Octomeria doucetteana found?
Octomeria doucetteana is found in South America.
Species in the Octomeria genus
Octomeria aetheoantha,
Octomeria albiflora,
Octomeria albopurpurea,
Octomeria alexandri,
Octomeria aloefolia,
Octomeria alpina,
Octomeria anceps,
Octomeria anomala,
Octomeria bradei,
Octomeria caetensis,
Octomeria caldensis,
Octomeria callosa,
Octomeria campos-portoi,
Octomeria cariocana,
Octomeria chamaeleptotes,
Octomeria chloidophylla,
Octomeria cochlearis,
Octomeria colombiana,
Octomeria concolor,
Octomeria connellii,
Octomeria cordilabia,
Octomeria costaricensis,
Octomeria crassifolia,
Octomeria crassilabia,
Octomeria cucullata,
Octomeria decipiens,
Octomeria decumbens,
Octomeria dentifera,
Octomeria diaphana,
Octomeria edmundoi,
Octomeria ementosa,
Octomeria erosilabia,
Octomeria estrellensis,
Octomeria exchlorophyllata,
Octomeria exigua,
Octomeria fasciculata,
Octomeria fialhoensis,
Octomeria fibrifera,
Octomeria filifolia,
Octomeria fimbriata,
Octomeria flabellifera,
Octomeria flaviflora,
Octomeria ffrenchiana,
Octomeria gehrtii,
Octomeria gemmula,
Octomeria geraensis,
Octomeria glazioveana,
Octomeria gracilicaulis,
Octomeria gracilis,
Octomeria graminifolia,
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
Luke E. Matthews: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.E.Matthews' in the authors string.