Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
cesar-fernandezii
ID:
408751

Status:
valid

Authors:
Carnevali & I.Ramírez

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Novon 13: 405 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000408083

Common Names

  • Epidendrum Cesar-Fernandezii
  • Cesar-Fernandezii Orchid
  • Cesar-Fernandezii Epidendrum

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Description

Epidendrum cesar-fernandezii (also called Cesar Fernandez's Epidendrum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the gourd family. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia. It is a climbing vine with long, slender fruits and white flowers. It prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Epidendrum cesar-fernandezii is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used as a decorative plant in gardens and yards.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Epidendrum cesar-fernandezii has white flowers with a long, slender calyx. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are slender and have a long, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Epidendrum cesar-fernandezii is a slow-growing, evergreen epiphyte that can reach up to 1 m (3 ft) in height. It prefers partial shade and well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Propagation is by division or stem cuttings.

Where to Find Epidendrum cesar-fernandezii

Epidendrum cesar-fernandezii can be found in Colombia.

Epidendrum cesar-fernandezii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Epidendrum cesar-fernandezii?

Epidendrum cesar-fernandezii

What is the natural habitat of Epidendrum cesar-fernandezii?

Tropical forests of Colombia

What is the flower color of Epidendrum cesar-fernandezii?

Yellowish-green

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-243340: Based on the initial data import
Germán Carnevali (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carnevali' in the authors string.
Ivón Mercedes Ramírez Morillo (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Ramírez' in the authors string.