Encyclia joaosaiana - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
joaosaiana
ID:
836137
Status:
valid
Authors:
Campacci & Bohnke
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Bol. CAOB 69-70: 28 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835472
Common Names
- Encyclia Joaosaiana
- Joaosaiana Encyclia
- Encyclia Joaosaianum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Encyclia joaosaiana (also called Joaosaiana Encyclia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to the Caribbean. It has long, thin stems and small, white flowers with yellow and purple markings. It grows in humid, tropical forests and is found in the islands of Cuba, Jamaica, and Hispaniola.
Uses & Benefits
Encyclia joaosaiana is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, colds, and rheumatism. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Encyclia joaosaiana is a yellow-green, star-shaped flower with a white center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, pointed leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Encyclia joaosaiana is a terrestrial or lithophytic orchid native to Brazil. It is an easy-to-grow species that prefers warm temperatures and bright light. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing. Seeds should be sown on a medium of sphagnum moss and kept moist and warm until germination.
Where to Find Encyclia joaosaiana
Encyclia joaosaiana is native to Brazil and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Encyclia joaosaiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Encyclia joaosaiana?
Encyclia joaosaiana
What type of plant is Encyclia joaosaiana?
Encyclia joaosaiana is an orchid.
What is the natural habitat of Encyclia joaosaiana?
Encyclia joaosaiana is native to Brazil.
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-372699: Based on the initial data import
Marcos Antonio Campacci (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Campacci' in the authors string.
Erwin Bohnke: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bohnke' in the authors string.