Status:
valid
Authors:
(Campacci) J.M.H.Shaw
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 124(1316, Suppl.): 54 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347206
Description
Prosthechea intermedia (also called Intermediate Prosthechea, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Central America. It has long, thin leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in humid, shady habitats such as rainforests and cloud forests.
Uses & Benefits
Prosthechea intermedia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Prosthechea intermedia has small, white flowers that are clustered in a dense, globular head. The seeds are small and black. Seedlings are small and delicate, with narrow, linear leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Prosthechea intermedia is an epiphytic orchid that is native to Central America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers well-drained soil and bright, indirect light. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized every few weeks.
Where to Find Prosthechea intermedia
Prosthechea intermedia is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas.
Prosthechea intermedia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Prosthechea intermedia?
Prosthechea intermedia
What is the common name of Prosthechea intermedia?
Prosthechea
What are the characteristics of Prosthechea intermedia?
Prosthechea intermedia is a small, evergreen orchid with glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers.
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,