Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
serpens
ID:
262244

Status:
valid

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

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 16: 138 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000261576



Common Names

  • Otoglossum serpens
  • Snake Orchid
  • Serpens Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Oncidium serpens Lindl. [unknown]
  • Brevilongium serpens (Lindl.) Christenson [unknown]

Description

Otoglossum serpens (also called Snake Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central and South America. It is a small-sized orchid, growing up to 20 cm tall with a stem diameter of up to 5 cm. It is found in lowland rainforests, often near the coast.

Uses & Benefits

Otoglossum serpens 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 serpens 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 serpens 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 serpens

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

Otoglossum serpens FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Otoglossum serpens?

Otoglossum serpens is native to Colombia and Ecuador.

What is the flower color of Otoglossum serpens?

The flowers of Otoglossum serpens are yellow with a purple lip.

How big are the flowers of Otoglossum serpens?

The flowers of Otoglossum serpens 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-144744: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' 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.