Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
greenwoodiana
ID:
284226

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Aguirre-Olav.) W.E.Higgins

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 82: 378 (1997 publ. 1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000283558

Common Names

  • Greenwoodiana Prosthechea
  • Native Greenwoodiana Prosthechea
  • Willow-leaved Greenwoodiana Prosthechea

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Synonyms

  • Pollardia greenwoodiana (Aguirre-Olav.) Withner & P.A.Harding [unknown]
  • Encyclia greenwoodiana Aguirre-Olav. [unknown]

Description

Prosthechea greenwoodiana (also called Greenwood's Butterfly Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central America and the Caribbean. It has a single, thin, upright stem with a single, large, bright yellow flower. The flower has three petals and three sepals, and a long, thin, white lip. It is found in humid forests and on the edges of rivers and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Prosthechea greenwoodiana has been used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments and is also used to make a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Prosthechea greenwoodiana has a large, fragrant flower with white petals and sepals and a yellow lip. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Prosthechea greenwoodiana is a species of orchid native to Central America. It is a slow-growing species that can reach heights of up to 1 m (3.3 ft). It is best grown in partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by division, which should be done in late spring or early summer. Divisions should be planted in a warm, moist environment.

Where to Find Prosthechea greenwoodiana

Prosthechea greenwoodiana can be found in Mexico, Central America, and northern South America.

Prosthechea greenwoodiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Prosthechea greenwoodiana?

Prosthechea greenwoodiana

What is the common name of Prosthechea greenwoodiana?

Greenwood's Cattleya

What is the natural habitat of Prosthechea greenwoodiana?

It is found in rainforest and cloud forest in Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica.

Species in the Prosthechea genus

Prosthechea abbreviata, Prosthechea aemula, Prosthechea alagoensis, Prosthechea allemanii, Prosthechea allemanoides, Prosthechea aloisii, Prosthechea baculus, Prosthechea bennettii, Prosthechea bicamerata, Prosthechea boothiana, Prosthechea brachiata, Prosthechea brachychila, Prosthechea brassavolae, Prosthechea bulbosa, Prosthechea caetensis, Prosthechea calamaria, Prosthechea campos-portoi, Prosthechea campylostalix, Prosthechea carrii, Prosthechea chacaoensis, Prosthechea chimborazoensis, Prosthechea chondylobulbon, Prosthechea christyana, Prosthechea citrina, Prosthechea cochleata, Prosthechea concolor, Prosthechea cretacea, Prosthechea faresiana, Prosthechea fausta, Prosthechea favoris, Prosthechea fortunae, Prosthechea fragrans, Prosthechea garciana, Prosthechea ghiesbreghtiana, Prosthechea gilbertoi, Prosthechea glauca, Prosthechea glumacea, Prosthechea grammatoglossa, Prosthechea greenwoodiana, Prosthechea hajekii, Prosthechea hartwegii, Prosthechea hastata, Prosthechea ionocentra, Prosthechea ionophlebia, Prosthechea jauana, Prosthechea kautskyi, Prosthechea lambda, Prosthechea lindenii, Prosthechea livida, Prosthechea magnispatha,

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-165837: Based on the initial data import
Wesley Ervin Higgins (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.E.Higgins' in the authors string.
Ignacio Aguirre-Olavarrieta (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aguirre-Olav.' in the authors string.