Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
roseoalba
ID:
503852

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) Salazar & M.W.Chase

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 17(3): 176 (2002).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000503184



Common Names

  • Pteroglossa roseoalba
  • Roseoalba Pteroglossa
  • Roseoalba Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Pelexia roseoalba Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Centrogenium roseoalbum Schltr. [unknown]
  • Callistanthos roseoalbus (Rchb.f.) Szlach. [unknown]
  • Callistanthos travassosii (Rolfe) Szlach. [unknown]
  • Eltroplectris roseoalba (Rchb.f.) Hamer & Garay in Hamer [unknown]

Description

Pteroglossa roseoalba (also called Roseoalba Pteroglossa, among many other common names) is a species of orchid with a single, fleshy, leathery leaf. It is native to tropical regions of South and Central America, and is found in humid forests and other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pteroglossa roseoalba is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a traditional medicine for treating fever, coughs, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pteroglossa roseoalba is a pink, star-shaped bloom with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pteroglossa roseoalba is a low-growing, perennial herb found in open woodland and grassy areas. It has small, white flowers that appear in spring and summer. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained soil in a sunny position. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Pteroglossa roseoalba

Pteroglossa roseoalba can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Pteroglossa roseoalba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pteroglossa roseoalba?

Pteroglossa roseoalba

What type of plant is Pteroglossa roseoalba?

A shrub

Where is Pteroglossa roseoalba found?

It is found in South 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-259881: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Gerardo A. Salazar (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salazar' in the authors string.
Mark W. Chase (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.W.Chase' in the authors string.