Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
androsiana
ID:
838135

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Urb.) Salywon

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. Res. Inst. Texas 1: 899 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000837470

Common Names

  • Androsiana Mosiera
  • Mosiera Androsiana
  • Androsiana

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Description

Mosiera androsiana (also called Mosiera androsiana, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to the Caribbean. It has a single, upright, unbranched stem with a few leaves. The flowers are white with a yellow lip. It grows in humid, shady forests, often on the branches of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Mosiera androsiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to attract hummingbirds and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mosiera androsiana has small, white flowers with four petals and yellow stamens. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mosiera androsiana is a tropical epiphytic orchid that is easy to cultivate. It prefers bright, indirect light and temperatures between 65-80°F (18-27°C). Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. Propagate by division or by seed.

Where to Find Mosiera androsiana

Mosiera androsiana is native to the Bahamas and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.

Mosiera androsiana FAQ

What is the common name of Mosiera androsiana?

Androsian mosiera

What is the natural habitat of Mosiera androsiana?

Tropical rainforests

What is the scientific name of Mosiera androsiana?

Mosiera androsiana

Species in the Myrtaceae family

Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-374788: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Andrew M. Salywon (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salywon' in the authors string.