Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
oligantha
ID:
283607

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. : 454 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000282939



Common Names

  • Prescottia oligantha
  • Oligantha Prescottia
  • Oliganth Prescottia


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Synonyms

  • Prescottia filiformis Schltr. [unknown]
  • Prescottia gracilis Schltr. [unknown]
  • Prescottia micrantha Lindl. [unknown]
  • Prescottia microrhiza Barb.Rodr. [unknown]
  • Prescottia myosurus Rchb.f. ex Griseb. [unknown]
  • Prescottia nivalis Barb.Rodr. [unknown]
  • Prescottia panamensis Schltr. [unknown]
  • Prescottia polysphaera Schltr. [unknown]
  • Prescottia pubescens Barb.Rodr. [unknown]
  • Prescottia tenuis Lindl. [unknown]
  • Prescottia viacola Barb.Rodr. [unknown]
  • Prescottia viacola polyphylla Cogn. [unknown]
  • Cranichis micrantha Spreng. [unknown]
  • Cranichis oligantha Sw. [unknown]

Description

Prescottia oligantha (also called Oliganth 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 oligantha 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 oligantha 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 oligantha is a terrestrial orchid species native to Central and South America. It is an easy-to-grow species that prefers a well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter. It should be kept moist but not wet, and should be planted in a sunny location. It can be propagated from seed or division, and should be fertilized regularly. It can also be grown in pots or containers.

Where to Find Prescottia oligantha

Prescottia oligantha is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Prescottia oligantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Prescottia oligantha?

Prescottia oligantha

What is the common name of Prescottia oligantha?

Oligantha Prescottia

What is the natural habitat of Prescottia oligantha?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-165239: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.