Status:
valid
Authors:
Chiron & N.Sanson
Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Richardiana 13: 55 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318838
Common Names
- Octomeria hexalobata
- Hexalobata Octomeria
- Octomeria Octomeria
Description
Octomeria hexalobata (also called 'Six-lobed Octomeria', among many other common names) is an epiphytic or lithophytic orchid with white flowers and six-lobed leaves native to the Caribbean and Central America. It grows in moist forests, along streams and in wet areas.
Uses & Benefits
Octomeria hexalobata is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Octomeria hexalobata has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and brown, and its seedlings are small and thin.
Cultivation and Propagation
Octomeria hexalobata is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 10-11. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through cuttings taken in spring or summer.
Where to Find Octomeria hexalobata
Octomeria hexalobata can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.
Octomeria hexalobata FAQ
What are the growing conditions for Octomeria hexalobata?
Octomeria hexalobata prefers a warm, humid climate and grows best in partial shade.
What type of soil is best for Octomeria hexalobata?
Octomeria hexalobata prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.
How often should Octomeria hexalobata be watered?
Octomeria hexalobata should be watered regularly, but not too often, to prevent root rot.
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
Nelson Sanson: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Sanson' in the authors string.