Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
variegata
ID:
285003

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. 22: t. 1907 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000284335

Common Names

  • Variegata Aspasia
  • Variegata False Aspasia
  • False Aspasia

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Synonyms

  • Odontoglossum variegatum Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Aspasia interrupta Hoffmanns. [unknown]
  • Aspasia liturata Link ex Rchb.f. [unknown]

Description

Aspasia variegata (also called Variegated aspasia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, usually reaching a height of 5-7 m. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. It grows in tropical and subtropical regions, in open and disturbed areas, such as roadsides, pastures, and secondary forests.

Uses & Benefits

Aspasia variegata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Aspasia variegata are small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and long with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspasia variegata is a species of orchid native to Central America. It is an epiphytic orchid, growing in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division of the rhizome or by seed. Cultivation is best done in a well-draining medium, such as a mix of peat moss and perlite. It prefers bright, indirect light and temperatures between 65-85°F. It should be watered regularly, but allowed to dry out between waterings.

Where to Find Aspasia variegata

Aspasia variegata is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Aspasia variegata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspasia variegata?

Aspasia variegata

What is the common name of Aspasia variegata?

Variegated aspasia

What is the natural habitat of Aspasia variegata?

Tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas

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-16666: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.