Status:
valid
Authors:
Luer
Source:
wcs
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 31: 124 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000281062
Common Names
- Porroglossum jesupiae
- Porroglossum jesupiae
- Porroglossum jesupiae
Description
Porroglossum jesupiae (also called Jesup'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 jesupiae 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 jesupiae has small, white flowers with yellow-green veins and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are green with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Porroglossum jesupiae 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 jesupiae
Porroglossum jesupiae can be found in India and Sri Lanka.
Porroglossum jesupiae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Porroglossum jesupiae?
Porroglossum jesupiae
What is the family of Porroglossum jesupiae?
Orchidaceae
What is the habitat of Porroglossum jesupiae?
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,