Otoglossum brachypterum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brachypterum
ID:
262231
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Rchb.f.) Garay & Dunst.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1976
Citation Micro:
Venez. Orchids Ill. 6: 41 (1976)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000261563
Common Names
- Otoglossum brachypterum
- Short-winged Orchid
- Brachypterum Orchid
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- Odontoglossum brachypterum Rchb.f. [unknown]
Description
Otoglossum brachypterum (also called the Brachypterum Otoglossum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in the tropical forests of Mexico. It is a small plant, growing up to 10 cm tall, with a single leaf and a single flower. The flower is white with purple veins and has a yellow labellum. It grows in humid forests, often near streams.
Uses & Benefits
Otoglossum brachypterum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Otoglossum brachypterum has small, yellow flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Otoglossum brachypterum is a terrestrial orchid native to South America. It is a small plant with a single leaf and an inflorescence of up to 10 flowers. It is best grown in a well-draining potting mix with plenty of organic matter. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept moist but not wet. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes.
Where to Find Otoglossum brachypterum
Otoglossum brachypterum is native to South America and can be found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Otoglossum brachypterum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Otoglossum brachypterum?
Otoglossum brachypterum
What is the common name of Otoglossum brachypterum?
Brachypterum otoglossum
Where is Otoglossum brachypterum found?
It is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas
Species in the Otoglossum genus
Otoglossum arminii, Otoglossum axinopterum, Otoglossum brachypterum, Otoglossum brevifolium, Otoglossum chiriquense, Otoglossum globuliferum, Otoglossum harlingii, Otoglossum hoppii, Otoglossum palaciosii, Otoglossum sancti-pauli, Otoglossum serpens, Otoglossum weberbauerianum, Otoglossum scansor, Otoglossum dayanum, Otoglossum candelabrum, Otoglossum virolinense, Otoglossum koenigerianum, Otoglossum arevaloi, Otoglossum schmidt-mummii, Otoglossum garayanum, Otoglossum allenianum, Otoglossum tapascoi,
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-144732: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.
Galfrid C.K. Dunsterville (1905-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dunst.' in the authors string.