Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
pterocarpon
ID:
296273

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Guillaumin) Puttock

Source:
wcs

Year:
1999

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000295605

Common Names

  • Pterocarpon Atractocarpus
  • Atractocarpus pterocarpon
  • Pterocarpon Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Neofranciella pterocarpon Guillaumin [valid]
  • Franciella pterocarpon Guillaumin [valid]

Description

Atractocarpus pterocarpon (also called Atractocarpus pterocarpon, 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 pterocarpon 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

The flower of Atractocarpus pterocarpon is yellow-green with a red-brown lip. The seed is a small, round, yellow-brown capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Atractocarpus pterocarpon 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 pterocarpon

Atractocarpus pterocarpon is native to New Caledonia. It can be found in humid montane forests at elevations of 1000-2500 m.

Atractocarpus pterocarpon FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Atractocarpus pterocarpon?

Atractocarpus pterocarpon is native to the tropical rainforests of Colombia

What is the size of Atractocarpus pterocarpon?

Atractocarpus pterocarpon is a small orchid with a stem that can reach up to 5 cm in height

What is the flowering season of Atractocarpus pterocarpon?

Atractocarpus pterocarpon flowers in the spring and summer months

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-17741: Based on the initial data import
André Guillaumin (1885-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guillaumin' in the authors string.
Christopher Francis Puttock (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Puttock' in the authors string.