Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
sagittata
ID:
254494

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 21: 253 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000253826

Common Names

  • Octomeria sagittata
  • Sagittata Octomeria
  • Sagittatas Octomeria

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Synonyms

  • Pleurothallis sagittata Rchb.f. [unknown]

Description

Octomeria sagittata (also called Octomeria sagittata, 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 sagittata 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 sagittata 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Octomeria sagittata 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 sagittata

Octomeria sagittata is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic forest of the states of Bahia, Espírito Santo, and Minas Gerais.

Octomeria sagittata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Octomeria sagittata?

Octomeria sagittata

What is the natural habitat of Octomeria sagittata?

Tropical forests of Central and South America

What is the flower color of Octomeria sagittata?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-137380: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.