Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
gerritsenianum
ID:
923018

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & R.Parsons

Source:
wcs

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 120: 147 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000922353



Common Names

  • Gerritsenianum Porroglossum
  • Gerritsenianum's Porroglossum
  • Gerritsenianum Porroglossum Orchid


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Description

Porroglossum gerritsenianum (also called Gerritsen's Porroglossum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Ecuador. It grows up to 0.5 m tall and has small, oval-shaped leaves. It is found in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Porroglossum gerritsenianum is an ornamental plant used in gardens and as a houseplant. It can also be used for its medicinal properties, such as treating colds, coughs, and respiratory issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Porroglossum gerritsenianum has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and circular. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Porroglossum gerritsenianum is a terrestrial orchid that is best grown in a pot or basket. It prefers a well-draining, humus-rich soil mix and should be kept in bright, indirect light. Propagation is best done by division of the rhizome or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a well-draining, sterile medium and kept in bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Porroglossum gerritsenianum

Porroglossum gerritsenianum can be found in 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-467919: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
R. Parsons: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Parsons' in the authors string.