Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
seidelii
ID:
289866

Status:
valid

Authors:
Toscano & Moutinho

Source:
wcs

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Bradea 3: 194 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000289198

Common Names

  • Pygmaeorchis seidelii
  • Seidel's Pygmaeorchis
  • Seidel's Pygmaeorchis

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Description

Pygmaeorchis seidelii (also called Brazilian Pygmy Orchid, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid with white flowers that grows in the tropical rainforests of Brazil. It is found in humid and shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pygmaeorchis seidelii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pygmaeorchis seidelii has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, ovoid nut with a smooth surface. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with pointed tips.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pygmaeorchis seidelii is a tropical plant that prefers full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and is tolerant of a wide range of soil types. Propagation is usually done by seed, although cuttings can also be used.

Where to Find Pygmaeorchis seidelii

Pygmaeorchis seidelii is native to Brazil and can be found in wet forests and grasslands.

Pygmaeorchis seidelii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pygmaeorchis seidelii?

Pygmaeorchis seidelii

What are the common names of Pygmaeorchis seidelii?

Seidel's pygmy orchid

What is the growth habit of Pygmaeorchis seidelii?

It is an epiphytic orchid

Species in the Pygmaeorchis genus

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-171244: Based on the initial data import
J.L. de Araujo Moutinho (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moutinho' in the authors string.
Antonio Luiz Vieira Toscano (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Toscano' in the authors string.