Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glacialis
ID:
261125

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Poepp. & Endl.) Ricardi

Source:
wcs

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Gayana, Bot. 6: 7 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000260457

Common Names

  • Oreopolus glacialis
  • Glacialis Oreopolus
  • Glacialis Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Oreopolus citrinus Schltdl. [valid]
  • Oreopolus glacialis pilosus Ricardi [valid]
  • Oreopolus patagonicus Speg. [valid]
  • Cruckshanksia glacialis Poepp. & Endl. [valid]
  • Cruckshanksia oblonga F.Meigen [invalid]
  • Cruckshanksia patagonica Macloskie [valid]
  • Oreopolus glacialis glacialis [unknown]

Description

Oreopolus glacialis (also called 'Mountain Orchid' and 'Glacial Orchid', among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to the mountains of Central and South America, where it grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Oreopolus glacialis is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oreopolus glacialis is yellow-green in colour and has three petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with yellow-green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oreopolus glacialis is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The best time to divide is in the spring or fall. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep them moist. The seeds should germinate in two to three weeks.

Where to Find Oreopolus glacialis

Oreopolus glacialis is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Oreopolus glacialis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oreopolus glacialis?

Oreopolus glacialis

What is the common name of Oreopolus glacialis?

Glacialis

What is the family of Oreopolus glacialis?

Araliaceae

Species in the Oreopolus genus

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-143662: Based on the initial data import
Eduard Friedrich Poeppig (1798-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poepp.' in the authors string.
Stephan Endlicher (1804-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Endl.' in the authors string.
Mario Héctor Ricardi Salinas (1921-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ricardi' in the authors string.