Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
gemmula
ID:
254408

Status:
valid

Authors:
Carnevali & I.Ramírez

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Ernstia 39: 13 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000253740

Common Names

  • Octomeria gemmula
  • Gemmula Octomeria
  • Gemmule Octomeria

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Description

Octomeria gemmula (also called Gemmula, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid, native to Brazil. It has a short stem with two to four leaves, and produces small white flowers with yellow lips. It prefers humid, shady habitats, such as tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Octomeria gemmula 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 gemmula

Octomeria gemmula can be found in Colombia and Ecuador.

Octomeria gemmula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Octomeria gemmula?

Octomeria gemmula

What is the common name of Octomeria gemmula?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Octomeria gemmula?

Octomeria gemmula 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-137302: Based on the initial data import
Germán Carnevali (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carnevali' in the authors string.
Ivón Mercedes Ramírez Morillo (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Ramírez' in the authors string.