Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
fimbriata
ID:
254401

Status:
valid

Authors:
Porto & J.C.Peixoto

Source:
wcs

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Arch. Jard. Bot. Rio de Janeiro 3: 288 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000253733

Common Names

  • Octomeria fimbriata
  • Fimbriata Octomeria
  • Fringed Octomeria

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Description

Octomeria fimbriata (also called Fringed-lip Octomeria, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It has long, thin leaves and small, white flowers with a fringed lip. It is found in humid, tropical forests in its native regions and prefers to grow in shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Octomeria fimbriata is an attractive ornamental plant, valued for its bright, colorful flowers and its ability to attract butterflies and hummingbirds. It is also used as a groundcover in areas with low foot traffic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Octomeria fimbriata has small, white flowers with yellowish-green lips. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings have narrow, fringed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Octomeria fimbriata is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the rhizome. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. It should be watered regularly, but allowed to dry out between waterings.

Where to Find Octomeria fimbriata

Octomeria fimbriata can be found in Colombia and Ecuador.

Octomeria fimbriata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Octomeria fimbriata?

Octomeria fimbriata

What is the common name of Octomeria fimbriata?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Octomeria fimbriata?

Octomeria fimbriata is native to Brazil

Species in the Octomeria genus

Octomeria aetheoantha, Octomeria albiflora, Octomeria albopurpurea, Octomeria alexandri, Octomeria aloefolia, Octomeria alpina, Octomeria anceps, Octomeria anomala, Octomeria bradei, Octomeria caetensis, Octomeria caldensis, Octomeria callosa, Octomeria campos-portoi, Octomeria cariocana, Octomeria chamaeleptotes, Octomeria chloidophylla, Octomeria cochlearis, Octomeria colombiana, Octomeria concolor, Octomeria connellii, Octomeria cordilabia, Octomeria costaricensis, Octomeria crassifolia, Octomeria crassilabia, Octomeria cucullata, Octomeria decipiens, Octomeria decumbens, Octomeria dentifera, Octomeria diaphana, Octomeria edmundoi, Octomeria ementosa, Octomeria erosilabia, Octomeria estrellensis, Octomeria exchlorophyllata, Octomeria exigua, Octomeria fasciculata, Octomeria fialhoensis, Octomeria fibrifera, Octomeria filifolia, Octomeria fimbriata, Octomeria flabellifera, Octomeria flaviflora, Octomeria ffrenchiana, Octomeria gehrtii, Octomeria gemmula, Octomeria geraensis, Octomeria glazioveana, Octomeria gracilicaulis, Octomeria gracilis, Octomeria graminifolia,

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,

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