Pterichis herrerae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
herrerae
ID:
1330635
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kolan.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Lankesteriana 14: 100 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343089
Common Names
- Pterichis herrerae
- Herrerae Pterichis
- Pterichis Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pterichis herrerae (also called 'Herrera's Pterichis', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Colombia. It has white flowers and grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Pterichis herrerae is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pterichis herrerae is a yellow or orange-coloured labellum with a white or cream-coloured centre. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pterichis herrerae is a hardy evergreen perennial that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by seed or division. The plant can be divided in the spring or autumn.
Where to Find Pterichis herrerae
Pterichis herrerae can be found in the Andes of Peru and Ecuador.
Pterichis herrerae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pterichis herrerae?
Pterichis herrerae
What is the common name of Pterichis herrerae?
Herrera's Pterichis
What is the natural habitat of Pterichis herrerae?
Tropical moist forests
Species in the Pterichis genus
Pterichis acuminata, Pterichis bangii, Pterichis boliviana, Pterichis colombiana, Pterichis diuris, Pterichis fernandezii, Pterichis galeata, Pterichis habenarioides, Pterichis latifolia, Pterichis leucoptera, Pterichis macroptera, Pterichis mandonii, Pterichis multiflora, Pterichis parvifolia, Pterichis pauciflora, Pterichis proctori, Pterichis saxicola, Pterichis silvestris, Pterichis tomentosula, Pterichis triloba, Pterichis weberbaueriana, Pterichis yungasensis, Pterichis isabeliana, Pterichis moralesii, Pterichis andrei, Pterichis lehmanniana, Pterichis sagittata, Pterichis triangularilabia, Pterichis meirax, Pterichis tunguraguona, Pterichis saundersii, Pterichis macbridei, Pterichis cajamarcae, Pterichis herrerae, Pterichis elliptica,
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:77148745-1: Based on the initial data import