Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
montigena
ID:
503471

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr.) Ormerod

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Oasis 2(1): 6 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000502803



Common Names

  • Montigena Pseudovanilla
  • Montigena False Vanilla
  • Montigena False Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Galeola montigena Schltr. [unknown]

Description

Pseudovanilla montigena (also called 'Montigena Pseudovanilla', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to Central America and South America. It is an epiphytic orchid, growing to 0.2–0.3 m tall, with a stem up to 10 cm diameter. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudovanilla montigena is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, malaria, and other ailments. It is also used as an insect repellent and as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pseudovanilla montigena are white in color and have a bell-shaped structure. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudovanilla montigena is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and should be planted in a well-draining potting mix. Water regularly and keep in a warm, humid environment until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Pseudovanilla montigena

Pseudovanilla montigena is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Pseudovanilla montigena FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseudovanilla montigena?

Pseudovanilla montigena

What type of plant is Pseudovanilla montigena?

It is a shrub

Where is Pseudovanilla montigena native to?

It is native to Central America

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

Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.