Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
cajalbanensis
ID:
794940

Status:
valid

Authors:
Múj.Benítez, Bocourt & Pupulin

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Lankesteriana 4: 211 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000794273

Common Names

  • Encíclia-de-cajalbán
  • Encíclia-de-jardim
  • Encíclia-do-campo

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Description

Encyclia cajalbanensis (also called Cajalban Encyclia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to Mexico. It grows in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Encyclia cajalbanensis is used as an ornamental plant, with its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It can also be used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Encyclia cajalbanensis has yellow flowers with five petals, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Encyclia cajalbanensis is a tropical orchid native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. When propagating by seed, it is best to sow the seeds in a warm, moist environment. When propagating by division, divide the clumps of pseudobulbs and replant in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light for best results.

Where to Find Encyclia cajalbanensis

Encyclia cajalbanensis can be found in Guatemala.

Encyclia cajalbanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Encyclia cajalbanensis?

Encyclia cajalbanensis

What is the common name of Encyclia cajalbanensis?

Cajalban's encyclia

What is the natural habitat of Encyclia cajalbanensis?

Tropical and subtropical regions

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-332836: Based on the initial data import
Franco Pupulin (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pupulin' in the authors string.
Ernesto Mújica Benítez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Múj.Benítez' in the authors string.
José L. Bocourt Vigil: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bocourt' in the authors string.