Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
principissa
ID:
284949

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Bot. Zeitung (Berlin) 10: 637 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000284281

Common Names

  • Aspasia principissa
  • Principissa
  • Principissa Plant

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Synonyms

  • Odontoglossum biberianum (Rchb.f.) Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Odontoglossum principissa (Rchb.f.) Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Aspasia biberiana Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Aspasia rousseauae Schltr. [unknown]
  • Aspasia epidendroides principissa (Rchb.f.) P.H.Allen [unknown]

Description

Aspasia principissa (also called Princess Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to tropical South America. It is found in moist forests and on shady cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

Aspasia principissa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aspasia principissa has white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspasia principissa is a small shrub that grows up to 2 m in height. It is native to the Philippines and is found in lowland forests. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. The plant prefers partial shade and regular watering.

Where to Find Aspasia principissa

Aspasia principissa can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Aspasia principissa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspasia principissa?

Aspasia principissa

What is the common name of Aspasia principissa?

Princess guava

What is the natural habitat of Aspasia principissa?

Tropical and subtropical regions of South America

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