Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
nizanburyi
ID:
1324117

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pérez-García & Hágsater

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Lankesteriana 12: 1 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336571

Common Names

  • Nizanburyi Encyclia
  • Encyclia Nizanburyi
  • Nizanburyi Encyclia

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Description

Encyclia nizanburyi (also called Nizanbury's Encyclia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Mexico. It has a trailing habit and grows to a height of 1 m. It is found in humid, tropical forests and is shade tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Encyclia nizanburyi is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Encyclia nizanburyi is a small, yellow-green flower. The seeds are small and black, with a white tuft of hairs at one end. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Encyclia nizanburyi is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers bright indirect light and high humidity. It can be propagated by dividing the clumps of plants in the spring or early summer. Seeds can be sown in the spring or autumn and should be lightly covered with soil. It is best to sow the seeds in a cold frame or in a sheltered spot outdoors.

Where to Find Encyclia nizanburyi

Encyclia nizanburyi is found in the dry regions of Central America, including Mexico and Guatemala.

Encyclia nizanburyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Encyclia nizanburyi?

Encyclia nizanburyi

What is the common name of Encyclia nizanburyi?

Nizanbury's Encyclia

What is the natural habitat of Encyclia nizanburyi?

Tropical and subtropical moist 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

Eric Hágsater (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hágsater' in the authors string.
Eduardo Alberto Pérez-García (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pérez-García' in the authors string.