Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
londesboroughiana
ID:
297237

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) Soto Arenas & Salazar

Source:
wcs

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Orquidea (Mexico City) , n.s., 13: 149 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000296569

Common Names

  • Rhynchostele londesboroughiana
  • Londesborough's Star
  • Londesborough Star

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Synonyms

  • Mesoglossum londesboroughianum (Rchb.f.) Halb. [unknown]
  • Odontoglossum londesboroughianum Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Amparoa londesboroughiana (Rchb.f.) Archila [unknown]

Description

Rhynchostele londesboroughiana (also called Londesboroughiana, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, and Nicaragua. It is found in wet montane forests at elevations of 1,200–2,000 m. It has an erect, unbranched stem with a single, terminal inflorescence.

Uses & Benefits

Rhynchostele londesboroughiana is used for its ornamental value in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhynchostele londesboroughiana has small, white flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhynchostele londesboroughiana is a small tree native to Central and South America. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is typically done by seed, which should be planted in a warm, moist environment. Germination can take up to 8 weeks.

Where to Find Rhynchostele londesboroughiana

Rhynchostele londesboroughiana can be found in Central America, South America, and the Caribbean.

Rhynchostele londesboroughiana FAQ

What is the common name of Rhynchostele londesboroughiana?

Londesboroughiana Rhynchostele

What is the natural habitat of Rhynchostele londesboroughiana?

Tropical dry forests

What is the average height of Rhynchostele londesboroughiana?

Up to 8 meters

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-178368: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Gerardo A. Salazar (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salazar' in the authors string.
Miguel Ángel Soto Arenas (1963-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soto Arenas' in the authors string.