Otoglossum candelabrum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
candelabrum
ID:
1320633
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Linden) Jenny & Garay
Source:
ipni
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 27: 64 (2010)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333087
Common Names
- Candelabrum Otoglossum
- Candelabra Orchid
- Candelabra-Flowered Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Otoglossum candelabrum (also called Candelabrum Orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid with a single stem and a single leaf. It is native to Central and South America and is found in montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Otoglossum candelabrum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and containers. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to the garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Otoglossum candelabrum has small, yellowish-green flowers with a long, curved spur. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and dark green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Otoglossum candelabrum is an epiphytic orchid native to Colombia. It prefers a warm, humid climate and bright, indirect light. It should be grown in a well-draining, humus-rich soil. Propagation is done by division of the clumps of pseudobulbs or by seed. The seeds should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Otoglossum candelabrum
Otoglossum candelabrum is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Otoglossum candelabrum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Otoglossum candelabrum?
Otoglossum candelabrum
What type of plant is Otoglossum candelabrum?
It is an epiphytic orchid
Where is Otoglossum candelabrum found?
It is found in Colombia
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
Jean Jules Linden (1817-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Linden' in the authors string.
Rudolph Jenny (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jenny' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77119615-1: Based on the initial data import