Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
imperator
ID:
913169

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hágsater

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Icon. Orchid. 7: t. 748 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000912504

Common Names

  • Imperator Epidendrum
  • Epidendrum Imperator
  • Imperator Epidendrum

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Description

Epidendrum imperator (also called 'Imperial 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 imperator is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a traditional medicine for treating fever and as an antiseptic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Epidendrum imperator has white flowers with yellow lips. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Epidendrum imperator is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated by division. It prefers bright, indirect light and evenly moist soil. Fertilize regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Epidendrum imperator

Epidendrum imperator is native to Colombia and Ecuador.

Epidendrum imperator FAQ

What is the scientific name of Epidendrum imperator?

Epidendrum imperator

What is the natural habitat of Epidendrum imperator?

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

What type of soil does Epidendrum imperator prefer?

Epidendrum imperator 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-457421: Based on the initial data import
Eric Hágsater (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hágsater' in the authors string.