Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
antennifera
ID:
296250

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
wcs

Year:
1816

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. [H.B.K.] 1: 367, t. 94. 1816

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000295582

Common Names

  • Antenniferous Restrepia
  • Restrepia antennifera
  • Antenniferous Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Pleurothallis ospinae R.E.Schult. [unknown]
  • Restrepia antennifera hemsleyana (Schltr.) H.Mohr [unknown]
  • Restrepia hemsleyana Schltr. [unknown]
  • Restrepia antennifera maculata R.Escobar [unknown]
  • Restrepia antennifera puntillosa R.Escobar [unknown]
  • Restrepia antennifera roseola R.Escobar [unknown]
  • Restrepia leopardina rosea Rolfe [unknown]
  • Restrepia antennifera klabochorum H.Mohr [unknown]

Description

Restrepia antennifera (also called Restrepia antennifera, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid native to Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. It has a short stem and two to four oblong-lanceolate leaves. It grows in wet montane forests and in wet grasslands at elevations of 1000-3000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Restrepia antennifera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases, fever, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Restrepia antennifera is white in color, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are short and slender, with a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Restrepia antennifera is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical areas of Central and South America. It prefers warm temperatures, from 70-90°F (21-32°C). It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. It should be grown in a well-draining potting mix that is high in organic matter. Propagation is done through division of the rhizome.

Where to Find Restrepia antennifera

Restrepia antennifera is native to Colombia.

Restrepia antennifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Restrepia antennifera?

Restrepia antennifera

What is the natural habitat of Restrepia antennifera?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What are the care requirements for Restrepia antennifera?

Restrepia antennifera requires high humidity, bright indirect light, and regular watering

Species in the Restrepia genus

Restrepia aberrans, Restrepia antennifera, Restrepia aristulifera, Restrepia aspasicensium, Restrepia brachypus, Restrepia chameleon, Restrepia chocoensis, Restrepia chrysoglossa, Restrepia citrina, Restrepia cloesii, Restrepia condorensis, Restrepia contorta, Restrepia cuprea, Restrepia cymbula, Restrepia dodsonii, Restrepia echinata, Restrepia echo, Restrepia elegans, Restrepia ephippium, Restrepia escobariana, Restrepia falkenbergii, Restrepia flosculata, Restrepia guttulata, Restrepia iris, Restrepia jesupiana, Restrepia lansbergii, Restrepia limbata, Restrepia mendozae, Restrepia metae, Restrepia mohrii, Restrepia muscifera, Restrepia nittiorhyncha, Restrepia pandurata, Restrepia pelyx, Restrepia piperitosa, Restrepia purpurea, Restrepia radulifera, Restrepia renzii, Restrepia roseola, Restrepia sanguinea, Restrepia schizosepala, Restrepia seketii, Restrepia tabeae, Restrepia teaguei, Restrepia trichoglossa, Restrepia tsubotae, Restrepia vasquezii, Restrepia wageneri, Restrepia portillae, Restrepia howei,

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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