Psilochilus dressleri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dressleri
ID:
1328083
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kolan.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 175: 55 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340537
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Psilochilus dressleri (also called Dressler's Psilochilus, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen orchid with long, narrow leaves and small, white-to-purple flowers. It is native to Central America and is found in humid, montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Psilochilus dressleri is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It has small white flowers that bloom in the spring and summer. It is also used as a medicinal plant and has been used to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, coughs, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Psilochilus dressleri has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have a single pair of round, green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Psilochilus dressleri is an epiphytic orchid that is native to Costa Rica. It prefers bright, indirect light and a well-drained, bark-based potting mix. Propagation is usually done by division of the pseudobulbs in early spring. The pseudobulbs should be planted in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until established. Once established, the plants should be watered regularly and fertilized with an orchid fertilizer.
Where to Find Psilochilus dressleri
Psilochilus dressleri is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America and can be found in moist, shady areas.
Psilochilus dressleri FAQ
What is the common name of Psilochilus dressleri?
Dressler's Psilochilus
What is the natural habitat of Psilochilus dressleri?
Tropical rainforest
What is the flowering season of Psilochilus dressleri?
Summer
Species in the Psilochilus genus
Psilochilus carinatus, Psilochilus dusenianus, Psilochilus macrophyllus, Psilochilus maderoi, Psilochilus modestus, Psilochilus mollis, Psilochilus physurifolius, Psilochilus panamensis, Psilochilus vallecaucanus, Psilochilus antioquiensis, Psilochilus tuerckheimii, Psilochilus sanderianus, Psilochilus alicjae, Psilochilus hatschbachii, Psilochilus dressleri, Psilochilus steyermarkii, Psilochilus minutifolius, Psilochilus francoae, Psilochilus szlachetkoanus,
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.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77142418-1: Based on the initial data import