Otiophora villicaulis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Mildbr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1941
Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 15: 637 (1941)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000261543
Common Names
- Otiophora villicaulis
- Villicaulis Otiophora
- Villicaulis Otiophora Palm
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Otiophora villicaulis (also called the Villicaulis Otiophora, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in the tropical forests of Madagascar. It is a small plant, growing up to 10 cm tall, with a single leaf and a single flower. The flower is white with purple veins and has a yellow labellum. It grows in humid forests, often near streams.
Uses & Benefits
Otiophora villicaulis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Otiophora villicaulis var. iringensis (Verdc.) PuffOtiophora villicaulis var. villicaulis
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Otiophora villicaulis is a white or yellowish-white, tubular flower with a long, slender spur. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, round, green leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Otiophora villicaulis is a terrestrial orchid that can be cultivated in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. Propagation is best done through division of the rhizomes or by seed. The seeds should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Otiophora villicaulis
Otiophora villicaulis can be found in the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Peru, and Colombia.
Otiophora villicaulis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Otiophora villicaulis?
Otiophora villicaulis
What are the common names of Otiophora villicaulis?
Tufted Otiophora
What is the natural habitat of Otiophora villicaulis?
Otiophora villicaulis is native to tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines.
Species in the Otiophora genus
Otiophora angustifolia, Otiophora caerulea, Otiophora calycophylla, Otiophora cupheoides, Otiophora inyangana, Otiophora lanceolata, Otiophora lebruniana, Otiophora multicaulis, Otiophora parviflora, Otiophora pauciflora, Otiophora perrieri, Otiophora pycnoclada, Otiophora pycnostachys, Otiophora rupicola, Otiophora scabra, Otiophora spirospicata, Otiophora stolzii, Otiophora villicaulis,
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-144709: Based on the initial data import
Gottfried Wilhelm Johannes Mildbraed (1879-1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mildbr.' in the authors string.