Otoglossum tapascoi - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tapascoi
ID:
1412053
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Szlach. & Kolan.) J.M.H.Shaw
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. Suppl., 125(1319): 59. 2017 [Sep 2017] [Quart. Suppl. Int. Reg. Orchid Hybrids]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424518
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Otoglossum tapascoi (also called Tapasco's Otoglossum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Mexico. It is a terrestrial orchid, meaning it grows in the ground, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It has a single stem with two leaves and a single flower with a white and yellow striped lip and yellow petals.
Uses & Benefits
Otoglossum tapascoi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Otoglossum tapascoi is a small, white-green flower with a reddish-brown labellum. The seed is a small, black, ovoid shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, upright leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Otoglossum tapascoi is an epiphytic orchid native to Central America. It prefers a warm, humid climate and grows best in partial shade. It should be planted in a well-draining soil mix that is high in organic matter. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown on the surface of a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Otoglossum tapascoi
Otoglossum tapascoi is native to Mexico and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.
Otoglossum tapascoi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Otoglossum tapascoi?
Otoglossum tapascoi
What is the family of Otoglossum tapascoi?
Orchidaceae
Where is Otoglossum tapascoi native to?
Mexico
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
Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.
Julian Mark Hugh Shaw (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.H.Shaw' in the authors string.
Marta Kolanowska (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kolan.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77165761-1: Based on the initial data import