Zootrophion serpentinum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
serpentinum
ID:
336243
Status:
valid
Authors:
Luer
Source:
wcs
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Amer. Orchid Soc. Bull. 53: 1297 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000335575
Common Names
- Zootrophion serpentinum
- Serpentine Zootrophion
- Serpentine Zootrophion Plant
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- Epibator serpentinus (Luer) Luer [unknown]
Description
Zootrophion serpentinum (also called Serpentine Zootrophion, among many other common names) is a small terrestrial orchid species with a slender, upright stem. It is native to the tropical rainforests of South America, where it typically grows in humid, shady areas, such as under the canopy of trees.
Uses & Benefits
Zootrophion serpentinum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover in shady areas, as it is a low-growing plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Zootrophion serpentinum is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Zootrophion serpentinum is an epiphytic orchid native to Brazil. It can be grown in a pot or mounted on a slab or tree fern. It prefers medium to bright light and should be kept moist but not wet. Propagation is by division or by seed.
Where to Find Zootrophion serpentinum
Zootrophion serpentinum is native to South America, including Colombia, Venezuela, and Brazil.
Zootrophion serpentinum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Zootrophion serpentinum?
Zootrophion serpentinum
What is the common name of Zootrophion serpentinum?
Serpentinum Orchid
What is the natural habitat of Zootrophion serpentinum?
Tropical and sub-tropical regions
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-215940: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.