Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
microptera
ID:
284033

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1881

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , n.s., 16: 134 (1881)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000283365



Common Names

  • Promenaea Microptera
  • Microptera Promenaea
  • Microptera's Promenaea


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Synonyms

  • Zygopetalum micropterum Rchb.f. [unknown]

Description

Promenaea microptera (also called Small-winged Promenaea, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Brazil, Paraguay and Argentina. It grows in wet forests, usually in the shade of taller trees, and has a creeping habit. Its leaves are oval-shaped and its flowers are white with yellow-green stripes.

Uses & Benefits

Promenaea microptera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make herbal teas and medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Promenaea microptera has small, yellow flowers with a sweet scent. The seed is a small, round, black seed with a hard outer shell. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Promenaea microptera is a low-growing, evergreen perennial groundcover that grows up to 6 inches (15 cm) tall. It is native to Brazil. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

Where to Find Promenaea microptera

Promenaea microptera can be found in Brazil.

Promenaea microptera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Promenaea microptera?

Promenaea microptera

What is the common name of Promenaea microptera?

Micropterous Promenaea

Where is Promenaea microptera native to?

Brazil

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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