Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
guayanense
ID:
1328276

Status:
valid

Authors:
Delprete

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 175: 264 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340730


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Description

Ombrophytum guayanense (also called Guayana Ombrophytum, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It has long, thin leaves and small white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, usually near streams or rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Ombrophytum guayanense is used as a decorative plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat digestive issues and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ombrophytum guayanense has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have a single pair of round, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ombrophytum guayanense is a perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is best grown in a sheltered spot and requires regular watering and fertilizing to ensure healthy growth.

Where to Find Ombrophytum guayanense

Ombrophytum guayanense is native to Venezuela and can be found in the states of Amazonas, Bolívar, and Delta Amacuro.

Ombrophytum guayanense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ombrophytum guayanense?

Ombrophytum guayanense

What is the family of Ombrophytum guayanense?

Orchidaceae

What is the distribution of Ombrophytum guayanense?

Venezuela

Species in the Balanophoraceae family

Balanophora abbreviata, Balanophora dioica, Balanophora dioica, Balanophora elongata, Balanophora fargesii, Balanophora fungosa, Balanophora harlandii, Balanophora involucrata, Balanophora japonica, Balanophora latisepala, Balanophora laxiflora, Balanophora lowii, Balanophora nipponica, Balanophora papuana, Balanophora polyandra, Balanophora reflexa, Balanophora subcupularis, Balanophora tobiracola, Balanophora wilderi, Balanophora yakushimensis, Balanophora coralliformis, Chlamydophytum aphyllum, Corynaea crassa, Dactylanthus taylorii, Ditepalanthus afzelii, Ditepalanthus malagasicus, Hachettea austrocaledonica, Helosis cayennensis, Helosis ruficeps, Helosis antillensis, Langsdorffia papuana, Langsdorffia hypogaea, Langsdorffia heterotepala, Langsdorffia malagasica, Lathrophytum peckoltii, Lophophytum rizzoi, Lophophytum weddellii, Lophophytum mirabile, Lophophytum pyramidale, Mystropetalon thomii, Ombrophytum peruvianum, Ombrophytum subterraneum, Ombrophytum violaceum, Ombrophytum microlepis, Ombrophytum guayanense, Rhopalocnemis phalloides, Sarcophyte sanguinea, Sarcophyte piriei, Scybalium jamaicense, Scybalium depressum,

References

Piero G. Delprete (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Delprete' in the authors string.