Status:
valid
Authors:
Ormerod
Source:
wcs
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Orchadian 16: 228 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000912718
Common Names
- Glomera mayuensis
- Mayu Glomera
- Mayu Orchid
Description
Glomera mayuensis (also called Mayu Glomera, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to the Philippines and is found in montane forests. It is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 30 cm tall and has white or yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Glomera mayuensis is used as an ornamental plant and is grown in gardens for its attractive flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Glomera mayuensis has small, white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and dark green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Glomera mayuensis is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated by division. It prefers bright, indirect light and evenly moist soil. Fertilize regularly with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Glomera mayuensis
Glomera mayuensis can be found in the tropical regions of Southeast Asia.
Glomera mayuensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Glomera mayuensis?
Glomera mayuensis
What type of plant is Glomera mayuensis?
Herbaceous perennial
Where is Glomera mayuensis native to?
New Guinea
Species in the Glomera genus
Glomera myrtillus,
Glomera sepalosiphon,
Glomera pseudomonanthos,
Glomera mayuensis,
Glomera acicularis,
Glomera acuminata,
Glomera acutiflora,
Glomera adenocarpa,
Glomera affinis,
Glomera albiviridis,
Glomera amboinensis,
Glomera angiensis,
Glomera asperata,
Glomera aurea,
Glomera bambusiformis,
Glomera bismarckiensis,
Glomera bougainvilleana,
Glomera brachychaete,
Glomera brevipetala,
Glomera calocephala,
Glomera carnea,
Glomera carolinensis,
Glomera celebica,
Glomera compressa,
Glomera confusa,
Glomera conglutinata,
Glomera cyatheicola,
Glomera dekockii,
Glomera dentifera,
Glomera dependens,
Glomera diosmoides,
Glomera dischorensis,
Glomera distichifolia,
Glomera dubia,
Glomera elegantula,
Glomera emarginata,
Glomera ericifolia,
Glomera erythrosma,
Glomera flaccida,
Glomera flammula,
Glomera fransseniana,
Glomera fruticula,
Glomera fruticulosa,
Glomera fusca,
Glomera gamosepalata,
Glomera geelvinkensis,
Glomera glomeroides,
Glomera goliathensis,
Glomera gracilis,
Glomera graminifolia,
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,