Status:
valid
Authors:
Hoehne
Source:
wcs
Year:
1937
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 68(2-3): 137, pl. 25, fig. 1. 1937 [14 Apr 1937]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000253822
Common Names
- Octomeria rotundiglossa
- Rotundiglossa Octomeria
- Rotundigloss Octomeria
Synonyms
- Octomeria margaretae Pabst ex Toscano [unknown]
Description
Octomeria rotundiglossa (also called Octomeria rotundiglossa, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central and South America. It is a small epiphyte with a short stem and a tuft of fleshy, oblong-lanceolate leaves. The flowers are small, white and have a yellowish-green lip. It is found in humid montane forests, from sea level to 2000 meters.
Uses & Benefits
Octomeria rotundiglossa is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for medicinal purposes. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antiseptic properties. It is also used to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Octomeria rotundiglossa is a small, tubular flower with a yellow-green color. The seed is a small, black, round seed, and the seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Octomeria rotundiglossa can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid climate and can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It should be grown in a well-draining soil and should be kept moist but not wet. It should be fertilized regularly and should be protected from direct sunlight.
Where to Find Octomeria rotundiglossa
Octomeria rotundiglossa is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic forest of the states of Bahia, Espírito Santo, and Minas Gerais.
Octomeria rotundiglossa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Octomeria rotundiglossa?
Octomeria rotundiglossa
What is the natural habitat of Octomeria rotundiglossa?
Tropical forests of Central and South America
What is the flower color of Octomeria rotundiglossa?
White, yellow, pink, or purple
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,