Status:
valid
Authors:
Soto Arenas
Source:
wcs
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Icon. Orchid. 5-6: t. 661 (2002 publ. 2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000524066
Common Names
- Rossioglossum hagsaterianum
- Hagsater's Rossioglossum
- Hagsater's Orchid
Description
Rossioglossum hagsaterianum (also called Hagsater's Rossioglossum, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is a small epiphytic orchid with pseudobulbs up to 10 cm tall. It is native to Central and South America. It prefers to grow in humid, tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Rossioglossum hagsaterianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, skin diseases, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rossioglossum hagsaterianum has yellowish-green flowers with six petals. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rossioglossum hagsaterianum is a tropical evergreen tree that grows up to 20 m in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is tolerant of light shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist, well-drained soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Rossioglossum hagsaterianum
Rossioglossum hagsaterianum is native to Colombia and can be found in the Andes mountain range.
Rossioglossum hagsaterianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rossioglossum hagsaterianum?
Rossioglossum hagsaterianum
What is the common name of Rossioglossum hagsaterianum?
Hagsater's Rossioglossum
What is the natural habitat of Rossioglossum hagsaterianum?
It is native to Central America
Species in the Rossioglossum genus
Rossioglossum grande,
Rossioglossum insleayi,
Rossioglossum schlieperianum,
Rossioglossum splendens,
Rossioglossum williamsianum,
Rossioglossum hagsaterianum,
Rossioglossum ampliatum,
Rossioglossum krameri,
Rossioglossum oerstedii,
Rossioglossum beloglossum,
Rossioglossum pardoi,
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,