Status:
valid
Authors:
Chocce & M.E.Acuña
Source:
ipni
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Revista Peru. Biol. 18: 165 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332960
Common Names
- Teagueia Moisesii
- Moisesii Teagueia
- Moises' Teagueia
Description
Teagueia moisesii (also called Moises' Teagueia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant native to Central and South America. It grows in shady, humid habitats, and has long, narrow leaves with a smooth texture.
Uses & Benefits
Teagueia moisesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Teagueia moisesii has small, yellowish-green flowers. The seeds are small, brown and winged. The seedlings are slender and have a few hairs on the stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Teagueia moisesii is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Central America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. It should be fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Teagueia moisesii
Teagueia moisesii can be found in Ecuador.
Teagueia moisesii FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Teagueia moisesii?
Teagueia moisesii is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, Greece, and Turkey.
What type of soil does Teagueia moisesii prefer?
Teagueia moisesii prefers well-drained, sandy soils with a slightly acidic pH.
How much sunlight does Teagueia moisesii need?
Teagueia moisesii prefers full sun to partial shade.
Species in the Teagueia genus
Teagueia alyssana,
Teagueia cymbisepala,
Teagueia jostii,
Teagueia lehmannii,
Teagueia phasmida,
Teagueia rex,
Teagueia sancheziae,
Teagueia teaguei,
Teagueia tentaculata,
Teagueia zeus,
Teagueia portillae,
Teagueia barbeliana,
Teagueia puroana,
Teagueia moisesii,
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
Miguel Chocce: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chocce' in the authors string.