Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
smithii
ID:
952384

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl. in A.C.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Lloydia 2: 214 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000951722

Common Names

  • Smithii Alseis
  • Smithii Orchid
  • Smithii Orchid Plant

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Description

Alseis smithii (also called 'Smithii Alseis', among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic orchid species found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It has long, thin leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in humid, shady areas and is often found growing on trees.

Uses & Benefits

Alseis smithii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Alseis smithii has a flower with a white lip and yellow sepals and petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alseis smithii is a terrestrial or lithophytic orchid, native to Panama. It is best grown in a well-drained medium such as bark, sphagnum moss, or a combination of both. It requires bright light and high humidity. Propagation is by division or seed.

Where to Find Alseis smithii

Alseis smithii is native to Central America and South America. It can be found in humid forests and disturbed areas.

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-6986: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.