Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
vasquezii
ID:
802231

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 95: 226 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000801565

Common Names

  • Zootrophion vasquezii
  • Vasquezii Zootrophion
  • Zootrophion Vasquezii

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Description

Zootrophion vasquezii (also called Vasquezii Zootrophion, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to South America. It has a clumping habit and can reach up to 30 cm in height. Its leaves are light green and glossy, and its flowers are white. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests and in areas of high humidity.

Uses & Benefits

Zootrophion vasquezii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Zootrophion vasquezii has small, white, bell-shaped flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zootrophion vasquezii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods require warm temperatures and bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Zootrophion vasquezii

Zootrophion vasquezii is native to the Andes region of South America.

Zootrophion vasquezii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zootrophion vasquezii?

Zootrophion vasquezii

What is the common name of Zootrophion vasquezii?

Vasquez Frog Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Zootrophion vasquezii?

Tropical rainforests

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,

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