Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
sancti-pauli
ID:
262243

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kraenzl.) N.H.Williams & M.W.Chase

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 16: 138 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000261575



Common Names

  • Otoglossum sancti-pauli
  • Saint Paul's Orchid
  • Sancti-Pauli Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Oncidium sancti-pauli Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Brevilongium sancti-pauli (Kraenzl.) Christenson [unknown]

Description

Otoglossum sancti-pauli (also called the Sancti-Pauli 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 sancti-pauli is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Otoglossum sancti-pauli 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Otoglossum sancti-pauli 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 sancti-pauli

Otoglossum sancti-pauli is native to South America and can be found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Otoglossum sancti-pauli FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Otoglossum sancti-pauli?

Otoglossum sancti-pauli is native to Colombia and Ecuador.

What is the flower color of Otoglossum sancti-pauli?

The flowers of Otoglossum sancti-pauli are yellow with a purple lip.

How big are the flowers of Otoglossum sancti-pauli?

The flowers of Otoglossum sancti-pauli are about 1 cm in size.

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-144743: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Wilhelm Ludwig Kraenzlin (1847-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kraenzl.' in the authors string.
Norris H. Williams (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.H.Williams' in the authors string.
Mark W. Chase (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.W.Chase' in the authors string.