Status:
valid
Authors:
(J.F.Morales) J.F.Morales, M.E.Endress & Liede
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
Taxon 66(3): 638. 2017 [23 Jun 2017]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424506
Description
Macropharynx conflictiva (also called Conflicting 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 conflictiva 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 conflictiva has small, white flowers. The seed is a small, black, globular capsule. The seedlings have long, narrow, lance-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Macropharynx conflictiva is a terrestrial orchid that is native to Central and South America. It can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It prefers a well-draining soil that is high in organic matter. It should be kept in partial shade and watered regularly. Propagation is done by dividing the rhizomes or by seed.
Where to Find Macropharynx conflictiva
Macropharynx conflictiva is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.
Macropharynx conflictiva FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Macropharynx conflictiva?
Macropharynx conflictiva is found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.
What type of soil does Macropharynx conflictiva prefer?
Macropharynx conflictiva prefers moist, well-drained soil.
How much light does Macropharynx conflictiva need?
Macropharynx conflictiva needs bright, indirect light.
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,