Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
pentagonioides
ID:
296251

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Seem.) Puttock

Source:
wcs

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 12: 305 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000295583

Common Names

  • Pentagonioides Atractocarpus
  • Atractocarpus pentagonioides
  • Pentagonioides Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Sukunia pentagonioides (Seem.) A.C.Sm. [valid]
  • Gardenia pentagonioides Seem. [valid]

Description

Atractocarpus pentagonioides (also called Atractocarpus pentagonioides, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid native to Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. It has a short stem and two to four oblong-lanceolate leaves. It grows in wet montane forests and in wet grasslands at elevations of 1000-3000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Atractocarpus pentagonioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases, fever, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Atractocarpus pentagonioides has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and brown. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Atractocarpus pentagonioides is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical areas of Central and South America. It prefers warm temperatures, from 70-90°F (21-32°C). It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. It should be grown in a well-draining potting mix that is high in organic matter. Propagation is done through division of the rhizome.

Where to Find Atractocarpus pentagonioides

Atractocarpus pentagonioides is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Australia, India, and Southeast Asia.

Atractocarpus pentagonioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Atractocarpus pentagonioides?

Atractocarpus pentagonioides

What is the natural habitat of Atractocarpus pentagonioides?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What are the care requirements for Atractocarpus pentagonioides?

Atractocarpus pentagonioides requires high humidity, bright indirect light, and regular watering

Species in the Atractocarpus genus

Atractocarpus aragoensis, Atractocarpus benthamianus, Atractocarpus bracteatus, Atractocarpus carolinensis, Atractocarpus chartaceus, Atractocarpus crosbyi, Atractocarpus cucumicarpus, Atractocarpus decorus, Atractocarpus fitzalanii, Atractocarpus heterophyllus, Atractocarpus hirtus, Atractocarpus longestipitatus, Atractocarpus longipes, Atractocarpus macarthurii, Atractocarpus merikin, Atractocarpus oblongus, Atractocarpus obscurinervius, Atractocarpus pentagonioides, Atractocarpus platixylon, Atractocarpus pterocarpon, Atractocarpus rotundifolius, Atractocarpus sessilis, Atractocarpus simulans, Atractocarpus stipularis, Atractocarpus tahitiensis, Atractocarpus tenuiflorus, Atractocarpus vaginatus, Atractocarpus versteegii, Atractocarpus colnettianus, Atractocarpus mollis, Atractocarpus ngoyensis, Atractocarpus brandzeanus, Atractocarpus nigricans, Atractocarpus pancherianus, Atractocarpus pseudoterminalis, Atractocarpus artensis, Atractocarpus sezitat, Atractocarpus baladicus, Atractocarpus confertus, Atractocarpus deplanchei,

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-17739: Based on the initial data import
Berthold Carl Seemann (1825-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Seem.' in the authors string.
Christopher Francis Puttock (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Puttock' in the authors string.