Zootrophion aguirrei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aguirrei
ID:
1320701
Status:
valid
Authors:
P.Ortiz
Source:
ipni
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 28: 11 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333155
Common Names
- Zootrophion aguirrei
- Aguirre's Zootrophion
- Aguirrei Zootrophion
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Zootrophion aguirrei (also called 'Aguirre's Zootrophion', among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to tropical South America, from Brazil to Peru. It is an epiphytic orchid growing to 1 m tall, with long, thin leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in shady, moist, tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Zootrophion aguirrei is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Zootrophion aguirrei is a small, white to pale pink, tubular flower with a yellow throat. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Zootrophion aguirrei is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It prefers a warm, humid climate and well-drained soil. It should be planted in a shady location and watered regularly. Pruning should be done to maintain the desired shape and size.
Where to Find Zootrophion aguirrei
Zootrophion aguirrei can be found in the tropical rainforests of Ecuador.
Zootrophion aguirrei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Zootrophion aguirrei?
Zootrophion aguirrei
What is the common name of Zootrophion aguirrei?
Zootrophion
What is the natural habitat of Zootrophion aguirrei?
Tropical forests
Species in the Zootrophion genus
Zootrophion atropurpureum, Zootrophion dayanum, Zootrophion dodsonii, Zootrophion endresianum, Zootrophion gracilentum, Zootrophion griffin, Zootrophion hirtzii, Zootrophion hypodiscus, Zootrophion leonii, Zootrophion oblongifolium, Zootrophion serpentinum, Zootrophion trivalve, Zootrophion vulturiceps, Zootrophion alvaroi, Zootrophion argus, Zootrophion williamsii, Zootrophion beloglottis, Zootrophion lappaceum, Zootrophion niveum, Zootrophion vasquezii, Zootrophion erlangense, Zootrophion aguirrei, Zootrophion ximenae, Zootrophion ildephonsi, Zootrophion machaqway, Zootrophion eburneum, Zootrophion disciformis, Zootrophion virginalis,
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
Pedro Ortiz Valdivieso (1926-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Ortiz' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77119836-1: Based on the initial data import