Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
bipapularis
ID:
949289

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) Acuña

Source:
wcs

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Bol. Estaçión Exp. Agron. Santiago de las Vegas 60: 80 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000948627

Common Names

  • Encyclia Bipapularis
  • Two-Papule Encyclia
  • Cotton-Swab Orchid

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Description

Encyclia bipapularis (also called Bipapular Encyclia, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Mexico and Central America. It grows in moist, shady forests and meadows at elevations of 500-3000 meters. It has an upright stem with an oblong-lanceolate leaf and a single white flower with a yellow lip.

Uses & Benefits

Encyclia bipapularis is a popular orchid species that is grown for its beautiful flowers. It is also used in floral arrangements and can be used to add a touch of elegance to any room. The flowers are long-lasting and can be used to create stunning displays.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Encyclia bipapularis has a white flower with a yellow lip. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are dark green and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Encyclia bipapularis is an epiphytic orchid that prefers bright, indirect light and a well-draining potting medium. Propagation is done through division of the pseudobulbs or by seed.

Where to Find Encyclia bipapularis

Encyclia bipapularis can be found in Central America and South America.

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-66981: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Julián Baldomero Acuña Galé (1900-1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Acuña' in the authors string.