Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
macrocalyx
ID:
1412029

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Müll.Arg.) J.F.Morales, M.E.Endress & Liede

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Taxon 66(3): 639. 2017 [23 Jun 2017]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424494

Common Names

  • Macrocalyx Macropharynx
  • Macrocalyx Macropharynx Plant
  • Macrocalyx Macropharynx Flower

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Description

Macropharynx macrocalyx (also called Macrocalyx 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 macrocalyx 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 macrocalyx has small, white flowers. The seed is a small, black, globular capsule. The seedlings have long, narrow, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macropharynx macrocalyx can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter. It should be kept in a sunny location and watered regularly. It is best to fertilize the plant in the spring and summer months.

Where to Find Macropharynx macrocalyx

Macropharynx macrocalyx is native to Colombia and can be found in the Andes mountain range.

Macropharynx macrocalyx FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macropharynx macrocalyx?

Macropharynx macrocalyx

What is the common name of Macropharynx macrocalyx?

Large-calyx Macropharynx

What is the natural habitat of Macropharynx macrocalyx?

The natural habitat of Macropharynx macrocalyx is tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

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

Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.
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.