Status:
valid
Authors:
(Benth.) Doroszenko & P.D.Cantino
Source:
wcs
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Novon 8: 2 (1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000253085
Common Names
- Obtegomeria caerulescens
- Caerulescens Obtegomeria
- Caerulescens Orchid
Synonyms
- Satureja caerulescens (Benth.) Epling [unknown]
- Satureja lindeniana Briq. [unknown]
- Calamintha caerulescens (Benth.) Wedd. [unknown]
- Clinopodium caerulescens (Benth.) Kuntze [unknown]
- Hedeoma caerulescens Benth. [unknown]
Description
Obtegomeria caerulescens (also called Obtegomeria caerulescens, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in India, Sri Lanka, and China. It is a small epiphytic orchid with a single, thin stem that grows to a height of about 20 cm. Its leaves are long and thin, and its flowers are white with yellow spots. It is found in evergreen forests and on trees.
Uses & Benefits
Obtegomeria caerulescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, dysentery, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Obtegomeria caerulescens has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Obtegomeria caerulescens is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical Asia. It is a small plant with short stems and small, yellow flowers. It can be grown in a pot or in the ground in a shady spot. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes. The plant should be kept moist and fertilized regularly.
Where to Find Obtegomeria caerulescens
Obtegomeria caerulescens can be found in the Andes mountains in South America.
Obtegomeria caerulescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Obtegomeria caerulescens?
Obtegomeria caerulescens
What is the family of Obtegomeria caerulescens?
Orchidaceae
Where is Obtegomeria caerulescens found?
India
Species in the Obtegomeria genus
Species in the Lamiaceae family
Acanthomintha duttonii,
Acanthomintha ilicifolia,
Acanthomintha lanceolata,
Acanthomintha obovata,
Acanthoprasium frutescens,
Acanthoprasium integrifolium,
Achyrospermum aethiopicum,
Achyrospermum africanum,
Achyrospermum axillare,
Achyrospermum carvalhoi,
Achyrospermum ciliatum,
Achyrospermum cryptanthum,
Achyrospermum dasytrichum,
Achyrospermum densiflorum,
Achyrospermum erythobotrys,
Achyrospermum fruticosum,
Achyrospermum laterale,
Achyrospermum micranthum,
Achyrospermum mildbraedii,
Achyrospermum oblongifolium,
Achyrospermum parviflorum,
Achyrospermum purpureum,
Achyrospermum schimperi,
Achyrospermum schlechteri,
Achyrospermum seychellarum,
Achyrospermum tisserantii,
Achyrospermum urens,
Achyrospermum wallichianum,
Achyrospermum scandens,
Acinos alpinus,
Acrotome angustifolia,
Acrotome fleckii,
Acrotome hispida,
Acrotome inflata,
Acrotome mozambiquensis,
Acrotome pallescens,
Acrotome tenuis,
Acrotome thorncroftii,
Acrymia ajugiflora,
Aegiphila aracaensis,
Aegiphila hystricina,
Aegiphila aculeifera,
Aegiphila alba,
Aegiphila anomala,
Aegiphila arcta,
Aegiphila australis,
Aegiphila bogotensis,
Aegiphila boliviana,
Aegiphila brachiata,
Aegiphila bracteolosa,