Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
caerulescens
ID:
253753

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

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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.

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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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-136676: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Philip D. Cantino (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.D.Cantino' in the authors string.
Anton Doroszenko (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Doroszenko' in the authors string.