Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
alieniferum
ID:
1324140

Status:
valid

Authors:
Karremans & Bogarín

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Lankesteriana 12: 27 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336594

Common Names

  • Alieniferum Epidendrum
  • Epidendrum Alieniferum
  • Alieniferum Epidendrum

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Description

Epidendrum alieniferum (also called Alieniferous Epidendrum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Colombia and Ecuador. It grows in wet montane forests at elevations of 1000–2500 meters. It has an erect stem, up to 30 cm tall, with two to three leaves. The flowers are yellowish-green with brown stripes, up to 3 cm wide.

Uses & Benefits

Epidendrum alieniferum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Epidendrum alieniferum are white and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Epidendrum alieniferum is a slow-growing perennial that can reach up to 0.5 m in height. It is propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or autumn and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Epidendrum alieniferum

Epidendrum alieniferum is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, open woodlands.

Epidendrum alieniferum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Epidendrum alieniferum?

Epidendrum alieniferum

What is the natural habitat of Epidendrum alieniferum?

It is found in the moist evergreen forests of Colombia.

What is the flowering season of Epidendrum alieniferum?

It flowers during the months of April and May.

Species in the Epidendrum genus

Epidendrum adolfomorenoi, Epidendrum cesar-fernandezii, Epidendrum gransabanense, Epidendrum lezlieae, Epidendrum marsiorum, Epidendrum montis-narae, Epidendrum reclinatum, Epidendrum silvanum, Epidendrum caeciliae, Epidendrum cancanae, Epidendrum foulquieri, Epidendrum fuscinum, Epidendrum josianae, Epidendrum macdougallii, Epidendrum misasii, Epidendrum monteverdense, Epidendrum paruimense, Epidendrum parviexasperatum, Epidendrum stolidium, Epidendrum acroamparoanum, Epidendrum acroscopeum, Epidendrum amaruense, Epidendrum atypicum, Epidendrum caparaoense, Epidendrum chalcochroma, Epidendrum cruciforme, Epidendrum cryptorhachis, Epidendrum cyclolobum, Epidendrum dejeaniae, Epidendrum dolichochlamys, Epidendrum folsomii, Epidendrum fortunae, Epidendrum gymnochlamys, Epidendrum haberi, Epidendrum hornitense, Epidendrum kusibabii, Epidendrum microrigidiflorum, Epidendrum nanodentatum, Epidendrum niveocaligarium, Epidendrum pachacutequianum, Epidendrum pachytepalum, Epidendrum philowercklei, Epidendrum platystomoides, Epidendrum platystomum, Epidendrum ptochicum, Epidendrum quispei, Epidendrum romero-castannedae, Epidendrum salpichlamys, Epidendrum sangayense, Epidendrum unicallosum,

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

Diego Bogarín (b.2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bogarín' in the authors string.
Adam P. Karremans (b.1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Karremans' in the authors string.