Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
olgae
ID:
1333272

Status:
valid

Authors:
Szlach. & Kolan.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 41: 157 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345726





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Description

Selenipedium olgae (also called Olga's slipper orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Colombia. It is found in humid forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Selenipedium olgae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Selenipedium olgae has yellow and white flowers that are arranged in a spike. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, green and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Selenipedium olgae is a terrestrial orchid that is native to Colombia. It can be grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by seed. The seeds should be sown on a sterile, well-draining medium and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Selenipedium olgae

Selenipedium olgae can be found in the tropical rainforests of Colombia and Ecuador.

Selenipedium olgae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Selenipedium olgae?

Selenipedium olgae

What are the common names of Selenipedium olgae?

Olga's slipper orchid

What is the natural habitat of Selenipedium olgae?

Selenipedium olgae is native to the lowland rainforest of Venezuela and Colombia

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

Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.
Marta Kolanowska (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kolan.' in the authors string.