Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
chrysoglossa
ID:
296271

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & R.Escobar

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 20: 123 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000295603

Common Names

  • Chrysoglossa Restrepia
  • Restrepia chrysoglossa
  • Chrysoglossa Orchid

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Description

Restrepia chrysoglossa (also called Restrepia chrysoglossa, 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 chrysoglossa 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 chrysoglossa is yellow-green with a red-brown lip. The seed is a small, round, yellow-brown capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Restrepia chrysoglossa 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 chrysoglossa

Restrepia chrysoglossa is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It can be found in humid montane forests at elevations of 1000-2500 m.

Restrepia chrysoglossa FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Restrepia chrysoglossa?

Restrepia chrysoglossa is native to the tropical rainforests of Colombia

What is the size of Restrepia chrysoglossa?

Restrepia chrysoglossa is a small orchid with a stem that can reach up to 5 cm in height

What is the flowering season of Restrepia chrysoglossa?

Restrepia chrysoglossa flowers in the spring and summer months

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-177408: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Rodrigo Escobar (1935-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Escobar' in the authors string.