Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
morilloi
ID:
337881

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Carnevali & I.Ramírez) Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 95: 254 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000337213

Common Names

  • Morilloi Orchid
  • Morillo's Orchid
  • Morillo's Slipper Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Pleurothallis morilloi Carnevali & I.Ramírez [unknown]

Description

Acianthera morilloi (also called Morillo's Acianthera, among many other common names) is a small orchid species with a single, erect, slender, leafy stem. It is native to Brazil and is found growing in wet, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Acianthera morilloi is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is believed to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acianthera morilloi is small, white and has a star-like shape. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acianthera morilloi is a small epiphytic orchid found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It can be grown in a pot or mounted on a slab of wood or bark. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept moist but not wet. It can be propagated by division or by seed.

Where to Find Acianthera morilloi

Acianthera morilloi can be found in the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Acianthera morilloi FAQ

What are the light requirements of Acianthera morilloi?

Acianthera morilloi prefers bright, indirect light.

What kind of soil is best for Acianthera morilloi?

Acianthera morilloi prefers a well-draining, slightly acidic soil.

How often should Acianthera morilloi be watered?

Acianthera morilloi should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.

Species in the Acianthera genus

Acianthera aculeata, Acianthera acuminatipetala, Acianthera adamantinensis, Acianthera adiri, Acianthera aechme, Acianthera agathophylla, Acianthera alligatorifera, Acianthera angustisepala, Acianthera antennata, Acianthera aphthosa, Acianthera asaroides, Acianthera auriculata, Acianthera bicarinata, Acianthera biceps, Acianthera bicornuta, Acianthera bidentula, Acianthera binotii, Acianthera bissei, Acianthera boliviana, Acianthera brachiloba, Acianthera bragae, Acianthera breviflora, Acianthera butcheri, Acianthera caldensis, Acianthera capanemae, Acianthera caparaoensis, Acianthera capillaris, Acianthera carinata, Acianthera casapensis, Acianthera cerberus, Acianthera chamelopoda, Acianthera chionopa, Acianthera chrysantha, Acianthera circumplexa, Acianthera cogniauxiana, Acianthera compressicaulis, Acianthera consatae, Acianthera cordatifolia, Acianthera costabilis, Acianthera crassilabia, Acianthera cremasta, Acianthera crinita, Acianthera cryptantha, Acianthera cryptophoranthoides, Acianthera decipiens, Acianthera decurrens, Acianthera deserta, Acianthera discophylla, Acianthera duartei, Acianthera ellipsophylla,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-217557: Based on the initial data import
Germán Carnevali (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carnevali' in the authors string.
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Ivón Mercedes Ramírez Morillo (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Ramírez' in the authors string.