Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
oroensis
ID:
836718

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Dodson) Ormerod

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 11: 164 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836053

Common Names

  • Oroensis Microchilus
  • Microchilus Oroensis
  • Microchilus

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Description

Microchilus oroensis (also called 'Oro Microchilus', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to Central and South America. It has long, thin leaves that are green to yellow-green in color and can reach up to 30 cm in length. The flowers are small and white, and can be found in clusters of up to 10 blooms. It prefers humid, shady environments and is commonly found in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Microchilus oroensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine and for its timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Microchilus oroensis has small white flowers with yellow throats. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microchilus oroensis is a tropical plant native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Microchilus oroensis

Microchilus oroensis is native to the tropical rainforests of South East Asia. It can be found in Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines.

Microchilus oroensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microchilus oroensis?

Microchilus oroensis

What is the common name of Microchilus oroensis?

Oroen's Microchilus

What is the natural habitat of Microchilus oroensis?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Microchilus genus

Microchilus hirtellus, Microchilus major, Microchilus minor, Microchilus ovatus, Microchilus pauciflorus, Microchilus plantagineus, Microchilus anchoriferus, Microchilus arietinus, Microchilus austrobrasiliensis, Microchilus bimentatus, Microchilus brachyplectron, Microchilus buchtienii, Microchilus callophylloides, Microchilus calophyllus, Microchilus caucanus, Microchilus dolichostachys, Microchilus ecuadorensis, Microchilus epiphyticus, Microchilus erythrodoides, Microchilus glacensis, Microchilus hetaerioides, Microchilus lamprophyllus, Microchilus laticalcar, Microchilus luniferus, Microchilus mexicanus, Microchilus nigrescens, Microchilus ortgiesii, Microchilus paleaceus, Microchilus platanilloensis, Microchilus preslii, Microchilus procerus, Microchilus quadratus, Microchilus riopalenquensis, Microchilus schultesianus, Microchilus scrotiformis, Microchilus sparreorum, Microchilus sprucei, Microchilus tridax, Microchilus trifasciatus, Microchilus venezuelanus, Microchilus vesicifer, Microchilus weberianus, Microchilus xystophyllus, Microchilus zeuxinoides, Microchilus brunnescens, Microchilus campanulatus, Microchilus capitatus, Microchilus constrictus, Microchilus curviflorus, Microchilus ensicalcar,

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-373333: Based on the initial data import
Calaway H. Dodson (1928-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dodson' in the authors string.
Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.