Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amoena
ID:
298191

Status:
valid

Authors:
Planch.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Fl. Serres Jard. Eur. 5: 442A (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000297523

Common Names

  • Amoena Rogiera
  • Rogiera Amoena
  • Rogiera Amoena Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Rogiera elegans Planch. [valid]
  • Rogiera langlassei (Standl.) Borhidi [valid]
  • Rogiera latifolia Decne. [valid]
  • Rogiera menechma Planch. [valid]
  • Rogiera pittieri (K.Schum. & K.Krause) Borhidi [valid]
  • Rogiera roezlii Planch. [valid]
  • Rogiera urophylla auct. [deprecated]
  • Rogiera versicolor Lindl. & Paxton [valid]
  • Rondeletia amoena Hemsl. [valid]
  • Rondeletia langlassei Standl. [valid]
  • Rondeletia latifolia Oerst. [valid]
  • Rondeletia macrophylla hort. ex Hemsl. [valid]
  • Rondeletia pittieri K.Schum. & K.Krause [valid]
  • Rondeletia roezlii Hemsl. [valid]
  • Rondeletia rugosa Benth. ex Oerst. [unknown]
  • Rondeletia schumanniana K.Krause [valid]
  • Rondeletia versicolor J.Sm. [valid]

Description

Rogiera amoena (also called Amoena Rogiera, among many other common names) is a species of epiphytic orchid native to Mexico, Central America and South America. It is found in humid forests, from sea level to 1,500 metres. It has a short stem and large, fleshy, dark green leaves. The inflorescence is a short, dense spike of up to 20 yellow-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Rogiera amoena has been used for its anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antioxidant properties. It has also been used as a traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rogiera amoena is yellow with a white center. The seed is small and round with a blackish-brown color. The seedlings are small and thin with a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rogiera amoena is a terrestrial orchid that can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It prefers a well-draining, humus-rich soil, and should be kept in a bright spot with indirect sunlight. Water regularly, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Propagation is usually done by dividing the clumps of pseudobulbs, or by seed.

Where to Find Rogiera amoena

Rogiera amoena is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It can be found in the cloud forests of the Andes Mountains.

Rogiera amoena FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rogiera amoena?

Rogiera amoena

What is the common name of Rogiera amoena?

Amoena Rogiera

What is the growth habit of Rogiera amoena?

It is a small shrub with a spreading habit.

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,

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