Pescatoria schroederiana - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
schroederiana
ID:
268307
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rolfe
Source:
wcs
Year:
1900
Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 1900, 68.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000267639
Common Names
- Pescatoria Schroederiana
- Schroederiana Star
- Schroederiana Sea Star
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- Bollea schroederiana Sander [unknown]
Description
Pescatoria schroederiana (also called Schroeder's Pescatoria, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It has an erect stem, with a single leaf at the base. The flower is white, with a yellow-green lip. It is found in grasslands, open forests, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Pescatoria schroederiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a long flowering period and is known for its bright, colourful flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pescatoria schroederiana has white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pescatoria schroederiana is a terrestrial orchid native to the Caribbean. It can be propagated from seed or by division. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the temperature between 20-25°C. To propagate by division, divide the clump of plants in the spring and replant the divisions in a well-draining potting mix.
Where to Find Pescatoria schroederiana
Pescatoria schroederiana can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Pescatoria schroederiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pescatoria schroederiana?
Pescatoria schroederiana
What is the family of Pescatoria schroederiana?
Orchidaceae
What is the natural habitat of Pescatoria schroederiana?
Tropical forests
Species in the Pescatoria genus
Pescatoria backhousiana, Pescatoria bella, Pescatoria cerina, Pescatoria cochlearis, Pescatoria coronaria, Pescatoria dayana, Pescatoria fimbriata, Pescatoria gairiana, Pescatoria klabochorum, Pescatoria lamellosa, Pescatoria lehmannii, Pescatoria russeliana, Pescatoria schroederiana, Pescatoria triumphans, Pescatoria wallisii, Pescatoria coelestis, Pescatoria ecuadorana, Pescatoria hemixantha, Pescatoria hirtzii, Pescatoria lalindei, Pescatoria lawrenceana, Pescatoria pulvinaris, Pescatoria violacea, Pescatoria whitei, Pescatoria pallens, Pescatoria gairiana,
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-150645: Based on the initial data import
Robert Allen Rolfe (1855-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rolfe' in the authors string.