Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
oversteegenianum
ID:
923006

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & Sijm

Source:
wcs

Year:
2010

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000922341



Common Names

  • Porroglossum oversteegenianum
  • Oversteegen's Porroglossum
  • Oversteegen's Porroglossum-grass


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Description

Porroglossum oversteegenianum (also called Oversteegen's Porroglossum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Central America. It has small, white flowers and grows to a height of up to 1 m. It is found in humid forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Porroglossum oversteegenianum is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Porroglossum oversteegenianum is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Porroglossum oversteegenianum 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 oversteegenianum

Porroglossum oversteegenianum 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-467908: Based on the initial data import
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.