Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
fibrifera
ID:
254399

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 35: 63 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000253731

Common Names

  • Octomeria fibrifera
  • Fibrifera Octomeria
  • Fibrous Octomeria

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Description

Octomeria fibrifera (also called Octomeria fibrifera, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central and South America. It is a small epiphyte with a short stem and a tuft of fleshy, oblong-lanceolate leaves. The flowers are small, white and have a yellowish-green lip. It is found in humid montane forests, from sea level to 2000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Octomeria fibrifera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a groundcover in areas with low foot traffic. It is known for its bright, colorful flowers and its ability to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Octomeria fibrifera has small, white flowers with yellowish-green lips. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings have narrow, hairy leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Octomeria fibrifera is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the rhizome. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. It should be watered regularly, but allowed to dry out between waterings.

Where to Find Octomeria fibrifera

Octomeria fibrifera can be found in Colombia and Ecuador.

Octomeria fibrifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Octomeria fibrifera?

Octomeria fibrifera

What is the common name of Octomeria fibrifera?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Octomeria fibrifera?

Octomeria fibrifera is native to Brazil

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,

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