Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Barbosa
Source:
wcs
Year:
1920
Citation Micro:
Auri-Verde 1(9): 4 (1920)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000913536
Common Names
- Octomeria
- Ouro Preto Octomeria
- Brazilian Octomeria
Description
Octomeria ouropretana (also called Ouro Preto orchid, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid with a single stem and up to 10 flowers. It is native to Brazil and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Octomeria ouropretana is a species of flowering plant native to Brazil. It is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of essential oils.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Octomeria ouropretana has small, white flowers with yellow centers and long, narrow seed capsules. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Octomeria ouropretana is a small, epiphytic orchid that prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in a sheltered location until germination. Division should be done in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing. Once established, Octomeria ouropretana should be fertilized regularly and watered during dry periods.
Where to Find Octomeria ouropretana
Octomeria ouropretana can be found in 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
H. Barbosa: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Barbosa' in the authors string.