Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
guillermoi
ID:
836134

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.Ortiz

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 25: 18 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835469

Common Names

  • Epidendrum Guillermoi
  • Guillermoi Epidendrum
  • Epidendrum Guillermoii

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Description

Epidendrum guillermoi (also called Guillermo's Epidendrum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to the Caribbean. It has long, thin stems and small, white flowers with yellow and purple markings. It grows in humid, tropical forests and is found in the islands of Cuba, Jamaica, and Hispaniola.

Uses & Benefits

Epidendrum guillermoi is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, colds, and rheumatism. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Epidendrum guillermoi is a white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Epidendrum guillermoi is a terrestrial or lithophytic orchid native to Mexico. It is an easy-to-grow species that prefers warm temperatures and bright light. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing. Seeds should be sown on a medium of sphagnum moss and kept moist and warm until germination.

Where to Find Epidendrum guillermoi

Epidendrum guillermoi is native to Ecuador and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Epidendrum guillermoi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Epidendrum guillermoi?

Epidendrum guillermoi

What type of plant is Epidendrum guillermoi?

Epidendrum guillermoi is an orchid.

What is the natural habitat of Epidendrum guillermoi?

Epidendrum guillermoi is native to Mexico and Central America.

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,

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