Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
alexii
ID:
1411774

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Szlach., Kolan. & Olędrz.) J.M.H.Shaw

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 125(1319): 57. 2017 [Sep 2017] [Quart. Suppl. Int. Reg. Orchid Hybrids]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424239

Common Names

  • Comparettia Alexii
  • Alexii Comparettia
  • Comparettia

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Description

Comparettia alexii (also called Alex's Comparettia, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Colombia. It is a small, epiphytic orchid with long, narrow leaves and a short stem. The flowers are small and white, with a yellow center and a purple lip. It is found in humid forests and grasslands in the Colombian Andes.

Uses & Benefits

Comparettia alexii is an epiphytic orchid with small, white flowers. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Comparettia alexii has a small, yellow flower with a faint scent. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Comparettia alexii is an epiphytic orchid native to Colombia. It prefers bright, indirect light and a well-draining, bark-based potting mix. Propagation is best done through division of the rhizomes in the spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a sterile, orchid-specific medium.

Where to Find Comparettia alexii

Comparettia alexii is native to South America. It is found in lowland and montane tropical forests, as well as disturbed areas.

Comparettia alexii FAQ

What is the common name of Comparettia alexii?

Alex's Comparettia

What type of soil is best for Comparettia alexii?

Well-draining, loamy soil

How much light does Comparettia alexii need?

Bright, indirect light

Species in the Comparettia genus

Comparettia moroniae, Comparettia acebeyae, Comparettia amboroensis, Comparettia auriculata, Comparettia barkeri, Comparettia bennettii, Comparettia blankei, Comparettia brevis, Comparettia campoverdei, Comparettia carinata, Comparettia chiribogae, Comparettia coimbrae, Comparettia corydaloides, Comparettia crucirornibus, Comparettia delcastilloi, Comparettia ecalcarata, Comparettia embreei, Comparettia equitans, Comparettia frymirei, Comparettia gentryi, Comparettia granizoi, Comparettia hauensteinii, Comparettia heterophylla, Comparettia hirtzii, Comparettia jamiesonii, Comparettia janeae, Comparettia kerspei, Comparettia kroemeri, Comparettia langkastii, Comparettia langlassei, Comparettia larae, Comparettia latipetala, Comparettia limatamboensis, Comparettia luerae, Comparettia markgrafii, Comparettia micrantha, Comparettia minuta, Comparettia mirthae, Comparettia neudeckeri, Comparettia newyorkorum, Comparettia ottonis, Comparettia pacensium, Comparettia palatina, Comparettia paniculata, Comparettia papillosa, Comparettia paraguaensis, Comparettia penduliflora, Comparettia peruvioides, Comparettia portillae, Comparettia rauhii,

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

Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.
Julian Mark Hugh Shaw (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.H.Shaw' in the authors string.
Marta Kolanowska (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kolan.' in the authors string.
Natalia Olędrzyńska: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Olędrz.' in the authors string.