Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ottocarii
ID:
1411670

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rodr.-Mart., Rinc.-Useche & Karremans

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 40(1): 75. 2015 [12 Feb 2015] [epublished], as 'ottocari'

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424135



Common Names

  • Pleurothallis ottocarii
  • Ottocari's Pleurothallis
  • Ottocari Pleurothallis


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Description

Pleurothallis ottocarii (also called Ottocari's Pleurothallis, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to Colombia. It has a single, erect stem, which can reach up to 30 cm in height. The leaves are long and narrow, and the flowers are white, fragrant, and have a yellowish-brown lip. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Pleurothallis ottocarii is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens to add a splash of color. It is also known for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and joint pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pleurothallis ottocarii has a small, white flower with yellow and purple markings. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleurothallis ottocarii is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall. Pleurothallis ottocarii prefers partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Pleurothallis ottocarii

Pleurothallis ottocarii is native to Colombia.

Pleurothallis ottocarii FAQ

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Orchidaceae

Species in the Pleurothallis genus

Pleurothallis abortiva, Pleurothallis acestrophylla, Pleurothallis acutidentata, Pleurothallis acutilabia, Pleurothallis adeleae, Pleurothallis adelphe, Pleurothallis adonis, Pleurothallis aggeris, Pleurothallis alborosea, Pleurothallis allenii, Pleurothallis alopex, Pleurothallis altimonile, Pleurothallis alvaroi, Pleurothallis alveolata, Pleurothallis ambyx, Pleurothallis amphigya, Pleurothallis amplectens, Pleurothallis anceps, Pleurothallis andina, Pleurothallis ankyloglossa, Pleurothallis annectens, Pleurothallis antennifera, Pleurothallis anthrax, Pleurothallis apopsis, Pleurothallis aporosis, Pleurothallis applanata, Pleurothallis arachnopsis, Pleurothallis archicolonae, Pleurothallis archidonae, Pleurothallis archidonopsis, Pleurothallis arctata, Pleurothallis arietina, Pleurothallis ascera, Pleurothallis aspergillum, Pleurothallis asplundii, Pleurothallis atrohiata, Pleurothallis aurita, Pleurothallis bahorucensis, Pleurothallis bangii, Pleurothallis barbata, Pleurothallis batrachus, Pleurothallis baudoensis, Pleurothallis belocardia, Pleurothallis bevilacquana, Pleurothallis bicallosa, Pleurothallis bicochlearis, Pleurothallis bicornis, Pleurothallis bicruris, Pleurothallis biserrula, Pleurothallis bitumida,

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

Adam P. Karremans (b.1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Karremans' in the authors string.
Cristian Camilo Rincón-Useche: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rinc.-Useche' in the authors string.
Lizeth Rodríguez-Martínez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rodr.-Mart.' in the authors string.