Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
inopinata
ID:
1332032

Status:
valid

Authors:
Leopardi, Carnevali & G.A.Romero

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 58: 89 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001344486

Common Names

  • Encyclia
  • Inopinata
  • Inopinata Encyclia

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Description

Encyclia inopinata (also called the Unexpected Encyclia, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is a terrestrial orchid, growing in grasslands and open forests. It has an erect stem, with an inflorescence of up to 6 flowers. The flowers are white in color, with a yellow lip.

Uses & Benefits

Encyclia inopinata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make traditional medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Encyclia inopinata has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a single seed per fruit. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Encyclia inopinata is a terrestrial orchid found in Mexico. It is best grown in a well-draining medium, such as a mix of bark and perlite. Propagation is best done through division of the plant or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a medium of sphagnum moss and kept moist and warm until germination.

Where to Find Encyclia inopinata

Encyclia inopinata is native to Mexico and is found in the Sierra Madre Oriental mountain range.

Encyclia inopinata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Encyclia inopinata?

Encyclia inopinata

What is the common name of Encyclia inopinata?

Unexpected Encyclia

What is the natural habitat of Encyclia inopinata?

Tropical and subtropical forests in Central 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

Germán Carnevali (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carnevali' in the authors string.
Gustavo Adolfo Romero González (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.A.Romero' in the authors string.
Carlos Leopardi (b.2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leopardi' in the authors string.