Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
napoensis
ID:
1334003

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Tang & Y.F.Huang

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 34: 405 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346457

Common Names

  • Odontochilus napoensis
  • Odontochilus napoensis Orchid
  • Odontochilus napoensis Orchid Plant

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Description

Odontochilus napoensis (also called Napo Odontochilus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is a small epiphyte that grows up to 10 cm tall and is native to the Caribbean region. It is found in humid forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Odontochilus napoensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Odontochilus napoensis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Odontochilus napoensis is a perennial plant that is propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by dividing the clumps in spring or early summer. Seeds can be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. When large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and grow them on in the greenhouse for their first winter. Plant them out into their permanent positions in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Odontochilus napoensis

Odontochilus napoensis is native to Ecuador and can be found in the tropical rainforests of the Amazon Basin.

Odontochilus napoensis FAQ

What type of plant is Odontochilus napoensis?

Odontochilus napoensis is a species of orchid.

Where is Odontochilus napoensis found?

Odontochilus napoensis is found in Ecuador.

What is the growth habit of Odontochilus napoensis?

Odontochilus napoensis is an epiphytic orchid with long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers.

Species in the Odontochilus genus

Odontochilus bisaccatus, Odontochilus brevistylus, Odontochilus clarkei, Odontochilus crispus, Odontochilus degeneri, Odontochilus elwesii, Odontochilus grandiflorus, Odontochilus hatusimanus, Odontochilus lanceolatus, Odontochilus longiflorus, Odontochilus macranthus, Odontochilus reniformis, Odontochilus tashiroi, Odontochilus tortus, Odontochilus acalcaratus, Odontochilus nanlingensis, Odontochilus poilanei, Odontochilus saprophyticus, Odontochilus umbrosus, Odontochilus asraoa, Odontochilus duplex, Odontochilus guangdongensis, Odontochilus uniflorus, Odontochilus tetrapterus, Odontochilus hasseltii, Odontochilus hydrocephalus, Odontochilus serriformis, Odontochilus grandiflorus, Odontochilus longiflorus, Odontochilus brevistylis, Odontochilus nandae, Odontochilus aureus, Odontochilus coerulescens, Odontochilus elongatus, Odontochilus fimbriatus, Odontochilus hatumetensis, Odontochilus mindanaensis, Odontochilus montanus, Odontochilus occultus, Odontochilus pectiniferus, Odontochilus philippinensis, Odontochilus puberulus, Odontochilus pubescens, Odontochilus spicatus, Odontochilus napoensis, Odontochilus seranicus, Odontochilus yakushimensis, Odontochilus whiteheadii, Odontochilus urceolatus, Odontochilus tsukusianus,

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

Hui Tang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Tang' in the authors string.
Yun Fei Huang (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.F.Huang' in the authors string.