Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pardina
ID:
298130

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Bot. Zeitung (Berlin) 20: 428 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000297462



Common Names

  • Pardina Rodriguezia
  • Rodriguezia Pardina
  • Rodriguezia Pardina Orchid


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Description

Rodriguezia pardina (also called Leopard-spotted Rodriguezia, among many other common names) is a species of epiphytic orchid native to Mexico, Central America and South America. It is found in humid forests, from sea level to 1,500 metres. It has a short stem and large, fleshy, dark green leaves with leopard-like spots. The inflorescence is a short, dense spike of up to 20 yellow-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Rodriguezia pardina has been used for its anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antioxidant properties. It has also been used as a traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rodriguezia pardina has small, yellow flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rodriguezia pardina is a terrestrial orchid that can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It prefers a well-draining, humus-rich soil, and should be kept in a bright spot with indirect sunlight. Water regularly, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Propagation is usually done by dividing the clumps of pseudobulbs, or by seed.

Where to Find Rodriguezia pardina

Rodriguezia pardina can be found in Central and South America.

Rodriguezia pardina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rodriguezia pardina?

Rodriguezia pardina

What is the family of Rodriguezia pardina?

Orchidaceae

What is the habitat of Rodriguezia pardina?

Tropical forests

Species in the Rodriguezia genus

Rodriguezia antioquiana, Rodriguezia bahiensis, Rodriguezia batemanii, Rodriguezia bifolia, Rodriguezia bockiae, Rodriguezia brachystachys, Rodriguezia bracteata, Rodriguezia bungerothii, Rodriguezia candelariae, Rodriguezia candida, Rodriguezia carnea, Rodriguezia chasei, Rodriguezia chimorensis, Rodriguezia cinnabarina, Rodriguezia claudiae, Rodriguezia compacta, Rodriguezia cuentillensis, Rodriguezia decora, Rodriguezia delcastilloi, Rodriguezia dressleriana, Rodriguezia ensiformis, Rodriguezia fernandezii, Rodriguezia granadensis, Rodriguezia huebneri, Rodriguezia lanceolata, Rodriguezia leeana, Rodriguezia lehmannii, Rodriguezia leucantha, Rodriguezia limae, Rodriguezia luteola, Rodriguezia negrensis, Rodriguezia obtusifolia, Rodriguezia pardina, Rodriguezia pubescens, Rodriguezia pulchra, Rodriguezia refracta, Rodriguezia ricii, Rodriguezia rigida, Rodriguezia satipoana, Rodriguezia sticta, Rodriguezia strobelii, Rodriguezia sucrei, Rodriguezia vasquezii, Rodriguezia pulcherrima, Rodriguezia kayasimae, Rodriguezia joesiana,

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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