Macropharynx abnorma - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
abnorma
ID:
1412043
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.F.Morales, M.E.Endress & Liede
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
Taxon 66(3): 638. 2017 [23 Jun 2017]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424508
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Macropharynx abnorma (also called Abnormal Macropharynx, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Colombia. It is an epiphytic orchid, meaning it grows on other plants, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It has a single stem with many leaves and a single flower with a white lip and yellow petals.
Uses & Benefits
Macropharynx abnorma is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Macropharynx abnorma has small, white flowers. The seed is a small, black, globular capsule. The seedlings have long, narrow, lance-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Macropharynx abnorma is an epiphytic orchid native to South America. It prefers a warm, humid climate and grows best in partial shade. It should be planted in a well-draining soil mix that is high in organic matter. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown on the surface of a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Macropharynx abnorma
Macropharynx abnorma is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.
Macropharynx abnorma FAQ
What is the scientific name of Macropharynx abnorma?
Macropharynx abnorma
What is the family of Macropharynx abnorma?
Orchidaceae
Where is Macropharynx abnorma native to?
Venezuela
Species in the Macropharynx genus
Macropharynx anomala, Macropharynx meyeri, Macropharynx renteriae, Macropharynx spectabilis, Macropharynx steyermarkii, Macropharynx macrocalyx, Macropharynx gigantea, Macropharynx venusta, Macropharynx pulchra, Macropharynx peruviana, Macropharynx peltata, Macropharynx isthmica, Macropharynx conflictiva, Macropharynx colombiana, Macropharynx abnorma,
Species in the Apocynaceae family
Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,
References
Juan Francisco Morales Quirós (b.1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.Morales' in the authors string.
Mary Endress (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.E.Endress' in the authors string.
Sigrid Liede (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Liede' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77165022-1: Based on the initial data import