Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
isthmica
ID:
1329388

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kolan.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Polish Bot. J. 59: 178 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341842

Common Names

  • Monophyllorchis Isthmica
  • Isthmic Monophyllorchis
  • Isthmic Orchid

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Description

Monophyllorchis isthmica (also called Isthmus Monophyllorchis, among many other common names) is a species of epiphytic orchid native to Central America. It has a single, erect stem with a single leaf and a single white flower with yellow spots. It grows in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Monophyllorchis isthmica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for erosion control and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Monophyllorchis isthmica has white flowers with yellow and purple markings. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monophyllorchis isthmica is a tropical perennial that can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 10-11. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division of the rhizomes in spring or summer.

Where to Find Monophyllorchis isthmica

Monophyllorchis isthmica can be found in Costa Rica.

Monophyllorchis isthmica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monophyllorchis isthmica?

Monophyllorchis isthmica

What type of plant is Monophyllorchis isthmica?

Orchid

Where is Monophyllorchis isthmica native to?

Costa Rica

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

Marta Kolanowska (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kolan.' in the authors string.