Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
portillae
ID:
281740

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & Andreetta

Source:
wcs

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 47(2): 81. 1980

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000281072



Common Names

  • Porroglossum portillae
  • Porroglossum portillae
  • Porroglossum portillae


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Description

Porroglossum portillae (also called Portilla's Porroglossum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to Peru. It is found in montane forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Porroglossum portillae is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Porroglossum portillae 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Porroglossum portillae can be propagated by division or by seed. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. Water regularly and keep the soil evenly moist. Fertilize every two weeks during the growing season. Repot every two years.

Where to Find Porroglossum portillae

Porroglossum portillae can be found in India and Sri Lanka.

Porroglossum portillae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Porroglossum portillae?

Porroglossum portillae

What type of plant is Porroglossum portillae?

It is an epiphytic orchid

What are the growing conditions for Porroglossum portillae?

It prefers high humidity and bright, indirect light

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-163481: 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.