Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
montana
ID:
283603

Status:
valid

Authors:
Barb.Rodr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1877

Citation Micro:
Gen. Spec. Orchid. 1: 178 (1877)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000282935



Common Names

  • Prescottia montana
  • Montana Prescottia
  • Mountain Prescottia


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Synonyms

  • Prescottia serrana M.N.Correa [unknown]

Description

Prescottia montana (also called Mountain Prescottia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to Ecuador, where it is found in moist montane forests. It has simple, opposite leaves that are lanceolate in shape and have entire margins. The flowers are small and white, and the fruits are small capsules.

Uses & Benefits

Prescottia montana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Prescottia montana has white, star-shaped flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are small, with two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Prescottia montana is a small shrub or herbaceous perennial that can reach a height of 1 m. It is propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a moist, well-draining medium. The plant prefers partial shade and should be protected from strong winds.

Where to Find Prescottia montana

Prescottia montana can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Prescottia montana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Prescottia montana?

Prescottia montana

What is the common name of Prescottia montana?

Mountain Prescottia

What is the natural habitat of Prescottia montana?

It is found in the tropical rainforests of Costa Rica, Panama, and Colombia

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,

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