Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
fagerlindii
ID:
913151

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hágsater & Dodson

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Icon. Orchid. 7: t. 736 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000912486

Common Names

  • Epidendrum fagerlindii
  • Fagerlindii Epidendrum
  • Fagerlindii Orchid

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Description

Epidendrum fagerlindii (also called 'Fagerlind's Epidendrum', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to Central and South America. It has an erect, branched stem with many leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It grows in humid forests and is often found growing on trees.

Uses & Benefits

Epidendrum fagerlindii is used for ornamental purposes in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, stomachache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Epidendrum fagerlindii has white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and thin, with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Epidendrum fagerlindii is a terrestrial or epiphytic orchid species native to Central and South America. It can be grown in a pot or basket, and prefers a well-drained, nutrient-rich soil. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept moist but not wet. Propagation is done through division of the pseudobulbs.

Where to Find Epidendrum fagerlindii

Epidendrum fagerlindii is native to Ecuador.

Epidendrum fagerlindii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Epidendrum fagerlindii?

Epidendrum fagerlindii

What is the natural habitat of Epidendrum fagerlindii?

Epidendrum fagerlindii is found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

What type of soil does Epidendrum fagerlindii prefer?

Epidendrum fagerlindii prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

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-457405: Based on the initial data import
Calaway H. Dodson (1928-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dodson' in the authors string.
Eric Hágsater (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hágsater' in the authors string.