Status:
valid
Authors:
Dressler
Source:
wcs
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 20(3): 262. 1997
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000263507
Common Names
- Palmorchis sordida
- Sordida Palmorchis
- Palmorchis Sor
Description
Palmorchis sordida (also called Dirty Palm Orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to Central and South America. It is characterized by its large, rough leaves and long, thin stems. It typically grows in wet, tropical forests, often near streams and rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Palmorchis sordida is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Palmorchis sordida is yellowish-white with purple-brown stripes. The seed is a small, round, black seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long, slender leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Palmorchis sordida can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division is best done in the spring or early summer. The plant can be divided into multiple sections and each section can be planted in its own pot. The soil should be kept moist and the plant should be kept in a warm, sunny spot.
Where to Find Palmorchis sordida
Palmorchis sordida can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Palmorchis sordida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Palmorchis sordida?
Palmorchis sordida
What type of plant is Palmorchis sordida?
Palm
Where is Palmorchis sordida found?
Brazil
Species in the Palmorchis genus
Palmorchis colombiana,
Palmorchis deceptorius,
Palmorchis duckei,
Palmorchis guianensis,
Palmorchis imuyaensis,
Palmorchis kuhlmannii,
Palmorchis lobulata,
Palmorchis nitida,
Palmorchis pabstii,
Palmorchis paludicola,
Palmorchis pandurata,
Palmorchis powellii,
Palmorchis prospectorum,
Palmorchis puber,
Palmorchis pubescentis,
Palmorchis silvicola,
Palmorchis sobralioides,
Palmorchis sordida,
Palmorchis trilobulata,
Palmorchis trinotata,
Palmorchis eidae,
Palmorchis caxiuanensis,
Palmorchis pubescens,
Palmorchis blancae,
Palmorchis liberolabellata,
Palmorchis loretana,
Palmorchis yavarensis,
Palmorchis carlos-parrae,
Palmorchis fractiflexa,
Palmorchis maculata,
Palmorchis misas-urretae,
Palmorchis valdiviesoana,
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,