Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
archilae
ID:
1324732

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chiron & Szlach.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Richardiana 13: 237 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337186

Common Names

  • Restrepia archilae
  • Archilae Restrepia
  • Restrepia

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Description

Restrepia archilae (also called Archila's Restrepia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid found in Central America. It has a small, compact growth habit and produces small, yellow-green flowers. It is native to Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua, and is found growing in humid forests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Restrepia archilae is a species of orchid. It is used as an ornamental plant for its colorful flowers and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Restrepia archilae has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Restrepia archilae is an epiphytic orchid that is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. Propagation is best done through division in the spring or summer. The divisions should be planted in a moist, well-drained potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Restrepia archilae

Restrepia archilae is found in the tropical forests of Costa Rica.

Restrepia archilae FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Restrepia archilae?

Restrepia archilae is native to the tropical rainforests of South America.

What is the size of Restrepia archilae?

Restrepia archilae is a small plant, typically growing to a height of about 10 cm.

What is the flowering period of Restrepia archilae?

Restrepia archilae typically flowers in the spring and summer months.

Species in the Restrepia genus

Restrepia aberrans, Restrepia antennifera, Restrepia aristulifera, Restrepia aspasicensium, Restrepia brachypus, Restrepia chameleon, Restrepia chocoensis, Restrepia chrysoglossa, Restrepia citrina, Restrepia cloesii, Restrepia condorensis, Restrepia contorta, Restrepia cuprea, Restrepia cymbula, Restrepia dodsonii, Restrepia echinata, Restrepia echo, Restrepia elegans, Restrepia ephippium, Restrepia escobariana, Restrepia falkenbergii, Restrepia flosculata, Restrepia guttulata, Restrepia iris, Restrepia jesupiana, Restrepia lansbergii, Restrepia limbata, Restrepia mendozae, Restrepia metae, Restrepia mohrii, Restrepia muscifera, Restrepia nittiorhyncha, Restrepia pandurata, Restrepia pelyx, Restrepia piperitosa, Restrepia purpurea, Restrepia radulifera, Restrepia renzii, Restrepia roseola, Restrepia sanguinea, Restrepia schizosepala, Restrepia seketii, Restrepia tabeae, Restrepia teaguei, Restrepia trichoglossa, Restrepia tsubotae, Restrepia vasquezii, Restrepia wageneri, Restrepia portillae, Restrepia howei,

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

Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.
Guy R. Chiron (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chiron' in the authors string.