Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
sticta
ID:
298144

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.W.Chase

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 2: 112 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000297476



Common Names

  • Sticta Rodriguezia
  • Rodriguezia Sticta
  • Rodriguezia Sticta Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Rodriguezia maculata Rchb.f. [illegitimate]
  • Burlingtonia maculata Lindl. [unknown]
  • Rodriguezia maculata bicristata Barb.Rodr. [unknown]
  • Rodriguezia maculata longifolia Loefgr. [unknown]
  • Rodriguezia maculata sexcristata Barb.Rodr. [unknown]
  • Rodriguezia tedescoi Chiron & V.P.Castro [unknown]
  • Rodriguezia tedescoi albiglossa Chiron & V.P.Castro [unknown]

Description

Rodriguezia sticta (also called 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 spotted patterns. The inflorescence is a short, dense spike of up to 20 yellow-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Rodriguezia sticta 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 sticta has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rodriguezia sticta 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 sticta

Rodriguezia sticta is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It can be found in the cloud forests of the Andes Mountains.

Rodriguezia sticta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rodriguezia sticta?

Rodriguezia sticta

What is the family of Rodriguezia sticta?

Orchidaceae

What is the habitat of Rodriguezia sticta?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-179286: Based on the initial data import
Mark W. Chase (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.W.Chase' in the authors string.