Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
desireei
ID:
1324724

Status:
valid

Authors:
Archila, Chiron & Szlach.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Richardiana 13: 261 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337178


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Description

Teuscheria desireei (also called Desiree's Teuscheria, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid found in Central America. It has a small, compact growth habit and produces small, yellow-green flowers. It is native to Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua, and is found growing in humid forests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Teuscheria desireei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Teuscheria desireei has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Teuscheria desireei is a tropical shrub that is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun. Propagation is best done through stem cuttings taken in the spring or summer. These cuttings should be placed in a moist, well-drained potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Teuscheria desireei

Teuscheria desireei is found in the tropical forests of Costa Rica.

Teuscheria desireei FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Teuscheria desireei?

Teuscheria desireei is native to the tropical rainforests of South America.

What is the size of Teuscheria desireei?

Teuscheria desireei is a small plant, typically growing to a height of about 10 cm.

What is the flowering period of Teuscheria desireei?

Teuscheria desireei typically flowers in the spring and summer months.

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

Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.
Guy R. Chiron (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chiron' in the authors string.
Fredy Archila (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Archila' in the authors string.