Octomeria harantiana - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
harantiana
ID:
254418
Status:
valid
Authors:
I.Bock
Source:
wcs
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Orchidee (Hamburg) 35: 49 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000253750
Common Names
- Octomeria harantiana
- Harantiana Octomeria
- Harant Octomeria
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Octomeria harantiana (also called Harantiana, 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 harantiana 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
The flower of Octomeria harantiana is white and has five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Octomeria harantiana is a species of orchid native to Brazil. It is an epiphytic plant that grows on trees. It can be propagated by division or by seed. To cultivate it, it needs a warm and humid environment with bright, indirect light. The soil should be well-draining and the plant should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Octomeria harantiana
Octomeria harantiana can be found in Colombia and Ecuador.
Octomeria harantiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Octomeria harantiana?
Octomeria harantiana
Where is Octomeria harantiana found?
Octomeria harantiana is found in South America.
What type of habitat does Octomeria harantiana prefer?
Octomeria harantiana prefers humid tropical forests.
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-137311: Based on the initial data import
Irene Bock (b.1912): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Bock' in the authors string.