Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
minuta
ID:
254446

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cogn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 3(4): 633 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000253778

Common Names

  • Octomeria minuta
  • Minuta Octomeria
  • Tiny Octomeria

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Synonyms

  • Octomeria pusilla Barb.Rodr. [illegitimate]

Description

Octomeria minuta (also called Tiny Octomeria, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It has long, thin leaves and small, white flowers with a short, pointed lip. It is found in humid, tropical forests in its native regions and prefers to grow in shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Octomeria minuta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make perfumes, potpourri, and other fragrant products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Octomeria minuta are small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Octomeria minuta 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 minuta

Octomeria minuta is native to Brazil.

Octomeria minuta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Octomeria minuta?

Octomeria minuta

What is the natural habitat of Octomeria minuta?

Tropical rainforests of Brazil

What is the flower color of Octomeria minuta?

White to yellowish-green

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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