Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ligulata
ID:
914204

Status:
valid

Authors:
(La Llave & Lex.) Soto Arenas

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Icon. Orchid. 10: t. 1057 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000913539



Common Names

  • Oestlundia
  • Ligulate Oestlundia
  • Oestlundia Ligulata


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Description

Oestlundia ligulata (also called Ligulate Oestlundia, 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

Oestlundia ligulata 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

Oestlundia ligulata has small, yellow-green flowers and small, round seed capsules. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oestlundia ligulata 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, Oestlundia ligulata should be fertilized regularly and watered during dry periods.

Where to Find Oestlundia ligulata

Oestlundia ligulata can be found in the southeastern United States.

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-458555: Based on the initial data import
Pablo de La Llave (1773-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'La Llave' in the authors string.
Juan José Martínez de Lexarza (1772-1824): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lex.' in the authors string.
Miguel Ángel Soto Arenas (1963-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soto Arenas' in the authors string.