Oreorchis foliosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
foliosa
ID:
261141
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lindl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1858
Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 3: 27 (1858)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000260473
Common Names
- Oreorchis foliosa
- Foliosa Oreorchis
- Leafy Oreorchis
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- Oreorchis foliosa foliosa [unknown]
- Kitigorchis foliosa (Lindl.) F.Maek. [unknown]
- Corallorhiza foliosa Lindl. [unknown]
Description
Oreorchis foliosa (also called 'Leafy Orchid' and 'Foliose Orchid', among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America, where it grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Oreorchis foliosa 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 foliosa 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Oreorchis foliosa 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 foliosa
Oreorchis foliosa can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.
Oreorchis foliosa FAQ
What is the common name of Oreorchis foliosa?
Foliosa Oreorchis
What is the natural habitat of Oreorchis foliosa?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas.
What is the size of Oreorchis foliosa?
It can reach up to 30 cm in height.
Species in the Oreorchis genus
Oreorchis angustata, Oreorchis aurantiaca, Oreorchis bilamellata, Oreorchis discigera, Oreorchis erythrochrysea, Oreorchis fargesii, Oreorchis foliosa, Oreorchis indica, Oreorchis micrantha, Oreorchis nana, Oreorchis nepalensis, Oreorchis oligantha, Oreorchis parvula, Oreorchis patens, Oreorchis porphyranthes, Oreorchis sanguinea, Oreorchis yachangensis,
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-143679: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.