Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
omissa
ID:
341443

Status:
valid

Authors:
Christenson

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Richardiana 4: 85 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000340775

Common Names

  • Aspasia omissa
  • Omitted Aspasia
  • Omissa Aspasia

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Description

Aspasia omissa (also called 'Omitted Aspasia', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Brazil. It is found in grassland and savanna habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Aspasia omissa is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used as a houseplant to purify the air.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aspasia omissa has white flowers with yellow centres and a sweet scent. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are short and have thin, pale green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspasia omissa is a terrestrial orchid native to South America. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a moist medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.

Where to Find Aspasia omissa

Aspasia omissa is native to Brazil and Bolivia.

Aspasia omissa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspasia omissa?

Aspasia omissa

What is the common name of Aspasia omissa?

Omissa Aspasia

What type of plant is Aspasia omissa?

Shrub

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-220993: Based on the initial data import
Eric A. Christenson (1956-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenson' in the authors string.