Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
variabilis
ID:
732495

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.Taylor

Source:
ksu

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Bull. Brit. Mus. (Nat. Hist.), Bot. 1: 75 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000731828

Common Names

  • Inversodicraea variabilis
  • Variabilis Inversodicraea
  • Variabilis Inversodicraea

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Synonyms

  • Ledermanniella variabilis (G.Taylor) C.Cusset [unknown]

Description

Inversodicraea variabilis (also called Variable-leaved Inversodicraea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It grows in moist, shady habitats, often in the understory of the rainforest.

Uses & Benefits

Inversodicraea variabilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Inversodicraea variabilis has white, yellow or pink flowers with a yellow centre. The flowers are usually borne in clusters of up to 10. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped capsule. The seedlings are small, thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Inversodicraea variabilis is a terrestrial orchid native to Australia. It is best grown in well-drained soils in a sunny position. Propagation is by division of the clumps or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist.

Where to Find Inversodicraea variabilis

Inversodicraea variabilis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia.

Inversodicraea variabilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Inversodicraea variabilis?

Inversodicraea variabilis

What are the common names of Inversodicraea variabilis?

Variable Inversodicraea

What is the natural habitat of Inversodicraea variabilis?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Podostemaceae family

Angolaea fluitans, Apinagia aripecuruensis, Apinagia arminensis, Apinagia batrachifolia, Apinagia boliviana, Apinagia brevicaulis, Apinagia crispa, Apinagia digitata, Apinagia dissecta, Apinagia divaricata, Apinagia fimbrifolia, Apinagia flexuosa, Apinagia fluitans, Apinagia fucoides, Apinagia gardneriana, Apinagia glaziovii, Apinagia goejei, Apinagia guairaensis, Apinagia guyanensis, Apinagia hulkiana, Apinagia itanensis, Apinagia kochii, Apinagia latifolia, Apinagia leptophylla, Apinagia longifolia, Apinagia marowynensis, Apinagia membranacea, Apinagia minor, Apinagia multibranchiata, Apinagia parvifolia, Apinagia petiolata, Apinagia platystigma, Apinagia pusilla, Apinagia rangiferina, Apinagia richardiana, Apinagia ruppioides, Apinagia spruceana, Apinagia staheliana, Apinagia surumuensis, Apinagia tenuifolia, Apinagia treslingiana, Apinagia versteegiana, Apinagia brejoagrestinensis, Autana andersonii, Castelnavia noveloi, Castelnavia cuneifolia, Castelnavia fimbriata, Castelnavia fluitans, Castelnavia lindmaniana, Castelnavia monandra,