Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
obscura
ID:
233099

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 72 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000232430

Common Names

  • Macodes Obscura
  • Obscure Macodes
  • Obscure Starwort

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Description

Macodes obscura (also called 'Jewel Orchid' and 'Star Orchid', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to tropical regions of South America. It is a terrestrial orchid that grows in moist, shady forests, often near streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Macodes obscura is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Macodes obscura is a white, star-shaped bloom. The seed is a small, dark brown capsule that contains several small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macodes obscura is a terrestrial orchid that is native to tropical regions of South America. It can be grown in a pot or in the ground in a well-drained soil mix. It prefers bright indirect light and should be kept moist but not wet. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes.

Where to Find Macodes obscura

Macodes obscura is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia and can be found in Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines.

Macodes obscura FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macodes obscura?

Macodes obscura

What is the common name of Macodes obscura?

Obscure Jewel Orchid

What type of plant is Macodes obscura?

Epiphytic orchid

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,

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