Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
beloglossum
ID:
1326220

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) J.M.H.Shaw

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 122(1305, Suppl.): 17 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338674

Common Names

  • Rossioglossum beloglossum
  • Beloglossum Rossioglossum
  • Rossioglossum's Beloglossum

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Description

Rossioglossum beloglossum (also called Beloglossum Rossioglossum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Central America. It has a slender stem and grows up to 15 cm tall. Its leaves are oblong and its flowers are white. It is found in humid tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Rossioglossum beloglossum is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in rock gardens. It is drought tolerant and can be used as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rossioglossum beloglossum is yellow and has a waxy texture. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rossioglossum beloglossum is a small epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers bright, indirect light and moist, well-drained soils. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a pot or mounted on a piece of bark.

Where to Find Rossioglossum beloglossum

Rossioglossum beloglossum is native to Colombia and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Rossioglossum beloglossum FAQ

What are the common names of Rossioglossum beloglossum?

Belo's Rossioglossum

What type of soil does Rossioglossum beloglossum prefer?

Rossioglossum beloglossum prefers moist, well-drained soil.

How much sunlight does Rossioglossum beloglossum need?

Rossioglossum beloglossum needs full sun to partial shade.

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

Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Julian Mark Hugh Shaw (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.H.Shaw' in the authors string.