Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
erythrochrysea
ID:
261138

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hand.-Mazz.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Anz. Akad. Wiss. Wien, Math.-Naturwiss. Kl. 62: 252 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000260470



Common Names

  • Oreorchis erythrochrysea
  • Erythrochrysea Oreorchis
  • Red-gold Oreorchis


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Synonyms

  • Kitigorchis erythrochrysea (Hand.-Mazz.) F.Maek. [unknown]

Description

Oreorchis erythrochrysea (also called 'Red-flowered Orchid' and 'Red-flowered Mountain Orchid', among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to the mountains of Central and South America, where it grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Oreorchis erythrochrysea is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oreorchis erythrochrysea is yellow-green in colour and has three petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with yellow-green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oreorchis erythrochrysea is a terrestrial orchid that can be propagated from seed or division. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep them moist. The seeds should germinate in two to three weeks. To propagate from division, divide the clumps in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Oreorchis erythrochrysea

Oreorchis erythrochrysea is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Oreorchis erythrochrysea FAQ

What is the common name of Oreorchis erythrochrysea?

Red-flowered Oreorchis

What is the natural habitat of Oreorchis erythrochrysea?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas.

What is the size of Oreorchis erythrochrysea?

It can reach up to 30 cm in height.

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,

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