Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
archilae
ID:
913088

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.E.Higgins

Source:
wcs

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Selbyana 30: 76 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000912423

Common Names

  • Encyclia archilae
  • Archilae Encyclia
  • Encyclia Archilae

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Description

Encyclia archilae (also called Archila's Encyclia, among many other common names) is an evergreen epiphytic orchid with long, thin leaves and fragrant white flowers. It is native to Central America, and is found in tropical and subtropical habitats such as rainforests and mountain forests.

Uses & Benefits

Encyclia archilae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Encyclia archilae is white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Encyclia archilae is a species of orchid native to Central and South America. It is an epiphytic orchid which grows on trees and shrubs. It can be propagated by division of the rhizome or by seed. The rhizomes should be planted in a well-draining soil mix, and the seed should be sown on a sterile medium. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Encyclia archilae

Encyclia archilae is found in Brazil.

Encyclia archilae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Encyclia archilae?

Encyclia archilae

What is the common name of Encyclia archilae?

Archila's Encyclia

What is the natural habitat of Encyclia archilae?

It is native to Mexico and Guatemala

Species in the Encyclia genus

Encyclia alcardoi, Encyclia calderoniae, Encyclia elegantula, Encyclia huertae, Encyclia kermesina, Encyclia monteverdensis, Encyclia nizandensis, Encyclia parallela, Encyclia rzedowskiana, Encyclia bohnkiana, Encyclia betancourtiana, Encyclia cajalbanensis, Encyclia garciae-esquivelii, Encyclia bocourtii, Encyclia rosariensis, Encyclia oliveirana, Encyclia ossenbachiana, Encyclia joaosaiana, Encyclia fabianae, Encyclia archilae, Encyclia carbonitensis, Encyclia delacruzii, Encyclia halbingeriana, Encyclia ibanezii, Encyclia camagueyensis, Encyclia bicalhoi, Encyclia acutifolia, Encyclia adenocarpa, Encyclia adenocaula, Encyclia advena, Encyclia aenicta, Encyclia alata, Encyclia albopurpurea, Encyclia alboxanthina, Encyclia altissima, Encyclia amazonica, Encyclia ambigua, Encyclia andrichii, Encyclia angustifolia, Encyclia angustiloba, Encyclia argentinensis, Encyclia aspera, Encyclia asperula, Encyclia atrorubens, Encyclia auyantepuiensis, Encyclia bajamarensis, Encyclia bipapularis, Encyclia bracteata, Encyclia bractescens, Encyclia bradfordii,

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-457348: Based on the initial data import
Wesley Ervin Higgins (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.E.Higgins' in the authors string.