Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
marioi
ID:
913523

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.Will, T.Krömer, M.Kessler, Karger & H.Luther

Source:
wcs

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Selbyana 30: 94 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000912858

Common Names

  • Greigia marioi
  • Marioi Greigia
  • Mario Greigia

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Description

Greigia marioi (also called Mario's Greigia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to the tropical forests of South America. It has long, thin stems and small, bright green leaves. The flowers are small and yellow-green in color, and the fruits are small, three-sided capsules. It grows in humid, tropical forests and is often found on the branches of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Greigia marioi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin infections and reducing inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Greigia marioi has a small, white flower with yellowish-green sepals and petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are short and narrow.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Greigia marioi is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The soil should be well-draining and slightly acidic. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Greigia marioi

Greigia marioi is native to the cloud forests of the Andes Mountains in South America.

Species in the Bromeliaceae family

Acanthostachys pitcairnioides, Acanthostachys strobilacea, Acanthostachys calcicola, Aechmea abbreviata, Aechmea aculeatosepala, Aechmea alba, Aechmea alegrensis, Aechmea alopecurus, Aechmea ampla, Aechmea andersonii, Aechmea angustifolia, Aechmea anomala, Aechmea apocalyptica, Aechmea aquilega, Aechmea araneosa, Aechmea arenaria, Aechmea aripensis, Aechmea azurea, Aechmea bahiana, Aechmea bambusoides, Aechmea biflora, Aechmea blanchetiana, Aechmea blumenavii, Aechmea bocainensis, Aechmea brachystachys, Aechmea bracteata, Aechmea brassicoides, Aechmea brevicollis, Aechmea bromeliifolia, Aechmea bruggeri, Aechmea caesia, Aechmea callichroma, Aechmea calyculata, Aechmea campanulata, Aechmea candida, Aechmea cariocae, Aechmea carvalhoi, Aechmea castanea, Aechmea castelnavii, Aechmea cathcartii, Aechmea caudata, Aechmea chantinii, Aechmea coelestis, Aechmea colombiana, Aechmea comata, Aechmea conferta, Aechmea confusa, Aechmea conifera, Aechmea costantinii, Aechmea contracta,

References

Michael Kessler (b.1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Kessler' in the authors string.
Thorsten Krömer (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Krömer' in the authors string.
Harry E. Luther (1952-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Luther' in the authors string.
Bettina Will: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Will' in the authors string.
Dirk N. Karger: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Karger' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77102337-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].