Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
valverdei
ID:
1331196

Status:
valid

Authors:
Archila, Jiménez Rodr. & Véliz

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Moscosoa 19: 15 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343650



Common Names

  • Restrepia valverdei
  • Valverde's Restrepia
  • Valverde's Restrepia


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Description

Restrepia valverdei (also called Valverde's Restrepia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that can grow up to 10 cm tall. It is native to Colombia, and prefers moist, well-drained soils in sunny or partially shaded habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Restrepia valverdei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known to attract butterflies and bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Restrepia valverdei is white, with a yellow centre. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Restrepia valverdei is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It is easy to propagate from seed, and can be grown in a wide range of soils. It prefers moist, well-drained soils, and can tolerate some shade. It can also be propagated by division or by cuttings.

Where to Find Restrepia valverdei

Restrepia valverdei can be found in the tropical forests of Colombia.

Restrepia valverdei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Restrepia valverdei?

Restrepia valverdei

What is the natural habitat of Restrepia valverdei?

Restrepia valverdei is found in wetland habitats in tropical and subtropical regions.

What is the flower color of Restrepia valverdei?

The flowers of Restrepia valverdei are white or yellowish.

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,

References

Francisco Jiménez Rodríguez (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jiménez Rodr.' in the authors string.
Mario Esteban Véliz Pérez (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Véliz' in the authors string.
Fredy Archila (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Archila' in the authors string.