Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
werneri
ID:
1316761

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & Thoerle

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 16: 340 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329215

Common Names

  • Octomeria Werneri
  • Werneri Octomeria
  • Werneri False Octomeria

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Description

Octomeria werneri (also called 'Werner's Octomeria', among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid found in Central and South America. It has a single, thin, erect stem with two leaves at the base. The flowers are small and white, with a yellow lip. It is found in humid montane forests between 500 and 2000 meters in elevation.

Uses & Benefits

Octomeria werneri is used for its ornamental value in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Octomeria werneri has small, white flowers with yellowish-green sepals and petals. The flowers have a long, slender spur that is curved downward. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Octomeria werneri is a miniature epiphytic orchid native to Colombia and Ecuador. It can be grown in a pot or mounted on a tree fern slab. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. Water regularly, but allow the medium to dry out between waterings. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season. Propagate by division or by seed.

Where to Find Octomeria werneri

Octomeria werneri is native to Costa Rica.

Octomeria werneri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Octomeria werneri?

Octomeria werneri

What type of plant is Octomeria werneri?

Orchid

Where is Octomeria werneri native to?

Colombia

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

Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Lisa Terri Thoerle: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thoerle' in the authors string.