Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
sordida
ID:
264175

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

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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.

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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 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