Status:
valid
Authors:
Vale & D.Rojas
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 49: 83 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335233
Common Names
- Encyclia navarroi
- Navarro's Encyclia
- Navarro's Epidendrum
Description
Encyclia navarroi (also called Navarro's Encyclia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is an epiphytic orchid growing up to 0.3 m tall. It is native to Mexico, and it is found in humid forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Encyclia navarroi is an attractive orchid with delicate white and pink flowers. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping for its attractive blooms and its ability to attract butterflies and hummingbirds. It is also drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil and light conditions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Encyclia navarroi has yellow flowers with a single ring of yellow petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Encyclia navarroi is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It is best grown in a sheltered spot and can be grown in containers.
Where to Find Encyclia navarroi
Encyclia navarroi can be found in the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Encyclia navarroi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Encyclia navarroi?
Encyclia navarroi
What are the common names of Encyclia navarroi?
Navarro's Encyclia
What is the natural habitat of Encyclia navarroi?
Tropical and subtropical forests
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
Danny Rojas: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Rojas' in the authors string.