Status:
valid
Authors:
(Szlach. & Kolan.) J.M.H.Shaw
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 124(1314, Suppl.): 36 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346033
Common Names
- Orozcoae Elleanthus
- Elleanthus orozcoae
- Orozcoae Orchid
Description
Elleanthus orozcoae (also called Orozco's Elleanthus, among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic orchid species with a short stem and a single, leathery, elliptic-lanceolate leaf. It is native to Colombia and is found growing in humid, shady forests.
Uses & Benefits
Elleanthus orozcoae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Elleanthus orozcoae is small and white with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, yellow-green, and have a single, long, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Elleanthus orozcoae is a terrestrial orchid species native to Colombia. It can be grown in a potting medium of equal parts of sphagnum moss, perlite, and bark chips. Propagation is done through division of the clumps of plants. The divisions should be planted in the same potting medium as the mother plant.
Where to Find Elleanthus orozcoae
Elleanthus orozcoae is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Elleanthus orozcoae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Elleanthus orozcoae?
Elleanthus orozcoae
What is the family of Elleanthus orozcoae?
Orchidaceae
Where is Elleanthus orozcoae found?
Colombia
Species in the Elleanthus genus
Elleanthus capitatellus,
Elleanthus decipiens,
Elleanthus ligularis,
Elleanthus carinatus,
Elleanthus amethystinoides,
Elleanthus amethystinus,
Elleanthus ampliflorus,
Elleanthus aristatus,
Elleanthus arpophyllostachys,
Elleanthus asplundii,
Elleanthus aurantiacus,
Elleanthus aureus,
Elleanthus auriculatus,
Elleanthus bifarius,
Elleanthus blatteus,
Elleanthus bogotensis,
Elleanthus bonplandii,
Elleanthus bradeorum,
Elleanthus brasiliensis,
Elleanthus capitatus,
Elleanthus caravata,
Elleanthus caricoides,
Elleanthus caroli,
Elleanthus caveroi,
Elleanthus cephalotus,
Elleanthus cinnabarinus,
Elleanthus columnaris,
Elleanthus condorensis,
Elleanthus confusus,
Elleanthus congestus,
Elleanthus conifer,
Elleanthus cordidactylus,
Elleanthus coriifolius,
Elleanthus crinipes,
Elleanthus discolor,
Elleanthus dussii,
Elleanthus ecuadorensis,
Elleanthus ensatus,
Elleanthus escobarii,
Elleanthus flavescens,
Elleanthus formosus,
Elleanthus fractiflexus,
Elleanthus furfuraceus,
Elleanthus gastroglottis,
Elleanthus glaucophyllus,
Elleanthus glomera,
Elleanthus gracilis,
Elleanthus graminifolius,
Elleanthus grandiflorus,
Elleanthus haematoxanthus,
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,