Status:
valid
Authors:
Braem
Source:
wcs
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Schlechteriana 4: 44 (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000295660
Common Names
- Restrepia mohrii
- Mohrii Restrepia
- Mohrii Orchid
Description
Restrepia mohrii (also called Mohr's Restrepia, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to the tropical Andes of Colombia and Ecuador. It grows in humid montane forests at elevations of 1,400-2,400 m. It has a short, creeping rhizome and small, oblong-elliptic leaves. The flowers are small and white, with a yellow lip.
Uses & Benefits
Restrepia mohrii is used in the horticultural industry as an ornamental plant. It has a wide variety of colors and shapes, making it a popular choice for terrariums and other decorative displays. It is also used as an air purifier, as it is known to absorb toxins from the air.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Restrepia mohrii has small, white flowers with yellow centers and a pleasant scent. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Restrepia mohrii is an epiphytic orchid native to Colombia. It can be grown in a pot or mounted on a slab or tree branch. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It should be watered regularly, but allowed to dry out between waterings. Propagation is done through division of the plant or by seed.
Where to Find Restrepia mohrii
Restrepia mohrii is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It can be found in humid montane forests at elevations of 1000-2500 m.
Restrepia mohrii FAQ
What is the ideal temperature range for Restrepia mohrii?
Restrepia mohrii prefers temperatures between 18-24°C.
What type of light does Restrepia mohrii need?
Restrepia mohrii prefers bright, indirect light.
How often should Restrepia mohrii be watered?
Restrepia mohrii should be watered every 7-10 days, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
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,