Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
gladiatus
ID:
261609

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Exot. Fl. 2: t. 127 (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000260941

Common Names

  • Gladiatus Orchid
  • Gladiatus Crested Orchid
  • Crested Helmet Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Ornithocephalus bonplandii Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Ornithocephalus ibis Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Ornithocephalus gladiatus peruvianus C.Schweinf. [unknown]

Description

Ornithocephalus gladiatus (also called 'Gladiatus bird's head', among many other common names) is an evergreen coniferous tree native to the Rocky Mountains. It has a pyramidal shape and is covered in short, stiff needles. It grows in moist, rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Ornithocephalus gladiatus is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, diarrhea, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ornithocephalus gladiatus is a yellow or orange flower with four petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ornithocephalus gladiatus is a terrestrial orchid species native to Central and South America. It is a slow-growing species that prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a medium of sphagnum moss and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Ornithocephalus gladiatus

Ornithocephalus gladiatus can be found in the humid forests of Central and South America.

Ornithocephalus gladiatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ornithocephalus gladiatus?

Ornithocephalus gladiatus

What is the common name of Ornithocephalus gladiatus?

Gladiatus Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Ornithocephalus gladiatus?

Tropical rainforest in Ecuador

Species in the Ornithocephalus genus

Ornithocephalus aurorae, Ornithocephalus bicornis, Ornithocephalus biloborostratus, Ornithocephalus brachyceras, Ornithocephalus brachystachys, Ornithocephalus bryostachys, Ornithocephalus castelfrancoi, Ornithocephalus caveroi, Ornithocephalus ciliatus, Ornithocephalus cochleariformis, Ornithocephalus cryptanthus, Ornithocephalus cujetifolia, Ornithocephalus dalstroemii, Ornithocephalus dodsonii, Ornithocephalus dolabratus, Ornithocephalus dressleri, Ornithocephalus ecuadorensis, Ornithocephalus escobarianus, Ornithocephalus estradae, Ornithocephalus falcatus, Ornithocephalus garayi, Ornithocephalus gladiatus, Ornithocephalus grex-anserinus, Ornithocephalus hoppii, Ornithocephalus inflexus, Ornithocephalus iridifolius, Ornithocephalus kalbreyerianus, Ornithocephalus lankesteri, Ornithocephalus lehmannii, Ornithocephalus longilabris, Ornithocephalus manabina, Ornithocephalus micranthus, Ornithocephalus minimiflorus, Ornithocephalus myrticola, Ornithocephalus numenius, Ornithocephalus obergiae, Ornithocephalus oberonioides, Ornithocephalus patentilobus, Ornithocephalus polyodon, Ornithocephalus powellii, Ornithocephalus suarezii, Ornithocephalus torresii, Ornithocephalus tripterus, Ornithocephalus tsubotae, Ornithocephalus urceilabris, Ornithocephalus valerioi, Ornithocephalus vasquezii, Ornithocephalus montealegreae, Ornithocephalus zamoranus, Ornithocephalus aristatus,

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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