Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
dreisei
ID:
281723

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & Andreetta

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 39: 154 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000281055



Common Names

  • Porroglossum dreisei
  • Porroglossum dreisei
  • Porroglossum dreisei


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Description

Porroglossum dreisei (also called Dreise's Porroglossum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Mexico, Guatemala, and El Salvador. It is a small epiphyte with a short stem and many small, ovate leaves. It grows in humid forests at elevations of up to 1000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Porroglossum dreisei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Porroglossum dreisei has white or yellowish-green flowers with a yellow throat and a wide, flat lip. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are short and stout with a single, large, round leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Porroglossum dreisei can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, divide the rhizomes in spring or early summer and replant in a well-drained medium. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained medium and keep the medium moist until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Porroglossum dreisei

Porroglossum dreisei can be found in India and Sri Lanka.

Porroglossum dreisei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Porroglossum dreisei?

Porroglossum dreisei

What is the family of Porroglossum dreisei?

Orchidaceae

What is the habitat of Porroglossum dreisei?

Tropical forests

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-163466: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Angel Andreetta (1920-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Andreetta' in the authors string.