Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
guatemalensis
ID:
1324725

Status:
valid

Authors:
Archila, Chiron & Szlach.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Richardiana 13: 262 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337179

Common Names

  • Teuscheria guatemalensis
  • Guatemalan Teuscheria
  • Teuscheria

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Description

Teuscheria guatemalensis (also called Guatemalan 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 guatemalensis 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 guatemalensis 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 guatemalensis 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 guatemalensis

Teuscheria guatemalensis is found in the tropical forests of Guatemala.

Teuscheria guatemalensis FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Teuscheria guatemalensis?

Teuscheria guatemalensis is native to the tropical rainforests of Central America.

What is the size of Teuscheria guatemalensis?

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

What is the flowering period of Teuscheria guatemalensis?

Teuscheria guatemalensis 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.