Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
cochlidium
ID:
950488

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Ann. Nat. Hist. 4: 382 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000949826

Common Names

  • Epidendrum Cochlidium
  • Cochlidium Epidendrum
  • Cochlidium Reed-Stem Epidendrum

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Description

Epidendrum cochlidium (also called Spiny Epidendrum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central America. It is an epiphyte with long, thin stems and small, green leaves. It produces yellow flowers with a white lip. It is found in humid forests and tropical woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Epidendrum cochlidium is a popular ornamental plant, used to decorate gardens and homes. It has a long blooming period and is known for its attractive foliage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Epidendrum cochlidium has small, yellow flowers with a red lip and a long, thin seed capsule. The seedlings are small, green and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Epidendrum cochlidium can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid climate and can be grown in bright light or partial shade. It should be grown in well-draining soil and watered regularly. Fertilize the plant every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Epidendrum cochlidium

Epidendrum cochlidium can be found in Central America, from Nicaragua to Panama.

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-68129: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.