Palmorchis loretana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
loretana
ID:
1318683
Status:
valid
Authors:
Damian & L.A.Torres
Source:
ipni
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Lankesteriana 18(3): 201, fig. 7. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001331137
Common Names
- Loretana Palmorchis
- Loretana Palmorchis
- Loretana Palmorchis Grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Palmorchis loretana (also called 'Palmorchis', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is an epiphytic orchid, growing up to 1m tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical rainforest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Palmorchis loretana is used as an ornamental plant, for timber, and as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Palmorchis loretana has small, white flowers, which are borne in clusters of up to five. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single, upright stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Palmorchis loretana is a terrestrial orchid native to Central America. It can be propagated from seed or division. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix and keep the soil moist. To propagate by division, carefully divide the rhizomes in spring or early summer and replant in a light potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Palmorchis loretana
Palmorchis loretana can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, mainly in Brazil and Peru.
Palmorchis loretana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Palmorchis loretana?
Palmorchis loretana
What is the family of Palmorchis loretana?
Orchidaceae
What is the common name of Palmorchis loretana?
Loretana Palmorchis
Species in the Palmorchis genus
Palmorchis colombiana, Palmorchis deceptorius, Palmorchis duckei, Palmorchis guianensis, Palmorchis imuyaensis, Palmorchis kuhlmannii, Palmorchis lobulata, Palmorchis nitida, Palmorchis pabstii, Palmorchis paludicola, Palmorchis pandurata, Palmorchis powellii, Palmorchis prospectorum, Palmorchis puber, Palmorchis pubescentis, Palmorchis silvicola, Palmorchis sobralioides, Palmorchis sordida, Palmorchis trilobulata, Palmorchis trinotata, Palmorchis eidae, Palmorchis caxiuanensis, Palmorchis pubescens, Palmorchis blancae, Palmorchis liberolabellata, Palmorchis loretana, Palmorchis yavarensis, Palmorchis carlos-parrae, Palmorchis fractiflexa, Palmorchis maculata, Palmorchis misas-urretae, Palmorchis valdiviesoana,
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
Alexander Damián: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Damian' in the authors string.
Luis A. Torres Montenegro: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.A.Torres' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60477361-2: Based on the initial data import