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
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.
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 Mosiera genus
Mosiera acunae,
Mosiera araneosa,
Mosiera bullata,
Mosiera cabanasensis,
Mosiera calycolpoides,
Mosiera contrerasii,
Mosiera crenulata,
Mosiera del-riscoi,
Mosiera ehrenbergii,
Mosiera ekmanii,
Mosiera elliptica,
Mosiera havanensis,
Mosiera longipes,
Mosiera miraflorensis,
Mosiera moaensis,
Mosiera munizii,
Mosiera nummularioides,
Mosiera oonophylla,
Mosiera tiburona,
Mosiera tussacii,
Mosiera urbaniana,
Mosiera wrightii,
Mosiera gracilipes,
Mosiera xerophytica,
Mosiera cuspidata,
Mosiera androsiana,
Mosiera baracoensis,
Mosiera bissei,
Mosiera macrophylla,
Mosiera occidentalis,
Mosiera yamaniguensis,
Mosiera moana,
Mosiera nipensis,
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,