Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
schmidt-mummii
ID:
1328931

Status:
valid

Authors:
Szlach. & Kolan.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Pl. Biosystems 148: 1156 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341385



Common Names

  • Otoglossum schmidt-mummii
  • Schmidt-mummii Otoglossum
  • Otoglossum


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Description

Otoglossum schmidt-mummii (also called Schmidt-Mumm's Otoglossum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to South America, where it grows in grassy and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Otoglossum schmidt-mummii is a popular ornamental plant, grown for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as an ingredient in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Otoglossum schmidt-mummii has small, yellow flowers with three petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Otoglossum schmidt-mummii can be propagated by division or by cuttings. It is best to use a nutrient-rich substrate and keep the plant moist but not soggy. It prefers bright indirect light and high humidity.

Where to Find Otoglossum schmidt-mummii

Otoglossum schmidt-mummii can be found in the tropical forests of Colombia.

Otoglossum schmidt-mummii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Otoglossum schmidt-mummii?

Otoglossum schmidt-mummii

What is the common name of Otoglossum schmidt-mummii?

Schmidt-Mumm's Otoglossum

What is the natural habitat of Otoglossum schmidt-mummii?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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

Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.
Marta Kolanowska (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kolan.' in the authors string.