Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
iris
ID:
296306

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 46: 383 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000295638



Common Names

  • Restrepia iris
  • Iris Restrepia
  • Iris Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Restrepia pulchella H.Mohr [unknown]

Description

Restrepia iris (also called Iris Restrepia, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to the tropical Andes of Colombia and Ecuador. It grows in humid montane forests at elevations of 1,400-2,400 m. It has a short, creeping rhizome and small, iris-shaped leaves. The flowers are small and white, with a yellow lip.

Uses & Benefits

Restrepia iris is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat respiratory and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Restrepia iris is yellow-green with a red-brown lip. The seed is a small, round, yellow-brown capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Restrepia iris is a species of orchid native to Colombia. It is an epiphytic orchid, growing to a height of about 30 cm (12 in). It has long, thin leaves and small yellow flowers. It is best grown in a shady position in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division.

Where to Find Restrepia iris

Restrepia iris is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It can be found in humid montane forests at elevations of 1000-2500 m.

Restrepia iris FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Restrepia iris?

Restrepia iris is native to the tropical rainforests of Colombia

What is the size of Restrepia iris?

Restrepia iris is a small orchid with a stem that can reach up to 5 cm in height

What is the flowering season of Restrepia iris?

Restrepia iris flowers in the spring and summer months

Species in the Restrepia genus

Restrepia aberrans, Restrepia antennifera, Restrepia aristulifera, Restrepia aspasicensium, Restrepia brachypus, Restrepia chameleon, Restrepia chocoensis, Restrepia chrysoglossa, Restrepia citrina, Restrepia cloesii, Restrepia condorensis, Restrepia contorta, Restrepia cuprea, Restrepia cymbula, Restrepia dodsonii, Restrepia echinata, Restrepia echo, Restrepia elegans, Restrepia ephippium, Restrepia escobariana, Restrepia falkenbergii, Restrepia flosculata, Restrepia guttulata, Restrepia iris, Restrepia jesupiana, Restrepia lansbergii, Restrepia limbata, Restrepia mendozae, Restrepia metae, Restrepia mohrii, Restrepia muscifera, Restrepia nittiorhyncha, Restrepia pandurata, Restrepia pelyx, Restrepia piperitosa, Restrepia purpurea, Restrepia radulifera, Restrepia renzii, Restrepia roseola, Restrepia sanguinea, Restrepia schizosepala, Restrepia seketii, Restrepia tabeae, Restrepia teaguei, Restrepia trichoglossa, Restrepia tsubotae, Restrepia vasquezii, Restrepia wageneri, Restrepia portillae, Restrepia howei,

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,

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