Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
adrianae
ID:
1316762

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & Sijm

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 16: 342 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329216



Common Names

  • Porroglossum Adrianae
  • Adrianae Porroglossum
  • Adrianae False Porroglossum


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Description

Porroglossum adrianae (also called 'Adrianae Porroglossum', among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid found in Central and South America. It has a single, thin, erect stem with two leaves at the base. The flowers are small and white, with a yellow lip. It is found in humid montane forests between 500 and 2000 meters in elevation.

Uses & Benefits

Porroglossum adrianae is used for its ornamental value in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Porroglossum adrianae has small, white flowers with yellowish-green sepals and petals. The flowers have a long, slender spur that is curved downward. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Porroglossum adrianae is a miniature epiphytic orchid native to Colombia and Ecuador. It can be grown in a pot or mounted on a tree fern slab. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. Water regularly, but allow the medium to dry out between waterings. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season. Propagate by division or by seed.

Where to Find Porroglossum adrianae

Porroglossum adrianae is native to Colombia.

Porroglossum adrianae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Porroglossum adrianae?

Porroglossum adrianae

What type of plant is Porroglossum adrianae?

Orchid

Where is Porroglossum adrianae native to?

Colombia

Species in the Porroglossum genus

Porroglossum actrix, Porroglossum agile, Porroglossum amethystinum, Porroglossum andreettae, Porroglossum aureum, Porroglossum condylosepalum, Porroglossum dactylum, Porroglossum dalstroemii, Porroglossum dreisei, Porroglossum echidna, Porroglossum eduardi, Porroglossum hirtzii, Porroglossum hoeijeri, Porroglossum hystrix, Porroglossum jesupiae, Porroglossum josei, Porroglossum lycinum, Porroglossum meridionale, Porroglossum mordax, Porroglossum muscosum, Porroglossum nutibara, Porroglossum olivaceum, Porroglossum peruvianum, Porroglossum portillae, Porroglossum procul, Porroglossum rodrigoi, Porroglossum schramii, Porroglossum sergii, Porroglossum taylorianum, Porroglossum teaguei, Porroglossum teretilabia, Porroglossum tokachii, Porroglossum tripollex, Porroglossum uxorium, Porroglossum lorenae, Porroglossum marniae, Porroglossum parsonsii, Porroglossum sijmii, Porroglossum merinoi, Porroglossum porphyreum, Porroglossum miguelangelii, Porroglossum oversteegenianum, Porroglossum gerritsenianum, Porroglossum adrianae, Porroglossum apoloae, Porroglossum dejonghei, Porroglossum ecuagenerense, Porroglossum myosurotum, Porroglossum acrobat, Porroglossum sororcula,

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

Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Anton P. Sijm: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sijm' in the authors string.