Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
abbreviata
ID:
284177

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr.) W.E.Higgins

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 82: 376 (1997 publ. 1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000283509

Common Names

  • Abbreviated Prosthechea
  • Abbreviated Prosthechea
  • Prosthechea Abbreviata

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Synonyms

  • Anacheilium abbreviatum (Schltr.) Withner & P.A.Harding [unknown]
  • Encyclia abbreviata (Schltr.) Dressler [unknown]
  • Epidendrum abbreviatum Schltr. [unknown]
  • Epidendrum prorepens Ames [unknown]

Description

Prosthechea abbreviata (also called Abbreviated Butterfly Orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid that grows up to 50 cm tall and has small, fragrant flowers. It is native to the Caribbean and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Prosthechea abbreviata is an evergreen orchid with fragrant, white or yellow flowers. It is often used in gardens as an ornamental plant, and its flowers are used in floral arrangements. The leaves of the plant can be used to make a tea, and the essential oils of the plant can be used for aromatherapy.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Prosthechea abbreviata is a white to pale mauve, with a yellowish throat. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Prosthechea abbreviata is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows to around 1.5m in height and width. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil and is drought and frost tolerant. Propagation is best done from cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Prosthechea abbreviata

Prosthechea abbreviata is native to Central America. It is found in wet forests, often in moist, sheltered areas.

Prosthechea abbreviata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Prosthechea abbreviata?

Prosthechea abbreviata

What type of plant is Prosthechea abbreviata?

It is an orchid

Where is Prosthechea abbreviata native to?

It is native to Central and South America

Species in the Prosthechea genus

Prosthechea abbreviata, Prosthechea aemula, Prosthechea alagoensis, Prosthechea allemanii, Prosthechea allemanoides, Prosthechea aloisii, Prosthechea baculus, Prosthechea bennettii, Prosthechea bicamerata, Prosthechea boothiana, Prosthechea brachiata, Prosthechea brachychila, Prosthechea brassavolae, Prosthechea bulbosa, Prosthechea caetensis, Prosthechea calamaria, Prosthechea campos-portoi, Prosthechea campylostalix, Prosthechea carrii, Prosthechea chacaoensis, Prosthechea chimborazoensis, Prosthechea chondylobulbon, Prosthechea christyana, Prosthechea citrina, Prosthechea cochleata, Prosthechea concolor, Prosthechea cretacea, Prosthechea faresiana, Prosthechea fausta, Prosthechea favoris, Prosthechea fortunae, Prosthechea fragrans, Prosthechea garciana, Prosthechea ghiesbreghtiana, Prosthechea gilbertoi, Prosthechea glauca, Prosthechea glumacea, Prosthechea grammatoglossa, Prosthechea greenwoodiana, Prosthechea hajekii, Prosthechea hartwegii, Prosthechea hastata, Prosthechea ionocentra, Prosthechea ionophlebia, Prosthechea jauana, Prosthechea kautskyi, Prosthechea lambda, Prosthechea lindenii, Prosthechea livida, Prosthechea magnispatha,

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-165790: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Wesley Ervin Higgins (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.E.Higgins' in the authors string.