Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
antioquiensis
ID:
1324187

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kolan.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 50: 116 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336641



Common Names

  • Psilochilus antioquiensis
  • Antioquia Psilochilus
  • Antioquia's Psilochilus


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Description

Psilochilus antioquiensis (also called Antioquia Psilochilus, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the family Orchidaceae. It is an epiphytic or terrestrial herb up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Colombia and found in evergreen forests.

Uses & Benefits

Psilochilus antioquiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Psilochilus antioquiensis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psilochilus antioquiensis can be propagated by seed or by division of the offsets. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water sparingly and fertilize lightly in spring and summer.

Where to Find Psilochilus antioquiensis

Psilochilus antioquiensis can be found in Colombia.

Psilochilus antioquiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psilochilus antioquiensis?

Psilochilus antioquiensis

What is the common name of Psilochilus antioquiensis?

Antioquia psilochilus

What is the natural habitat of Psilochilus antioquiensis?

Dry, rocky slopes and open woodlands

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

Marta Kolanowska (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kolan.' in the authors string.