Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
llactapataensis
ID:
1271112

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.E.Benn. & Christenson

Source:
tro

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Icon. Orchid. Peruviarum t. 641. 2001

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001270450

Common Names

  • Epidendrum llactapataensis
  • Llactapata Epidendrum
  • Llactapata Orchid

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Description

Epidendrum llactapataensis (also called Llactapata Orchid, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid native to Peru. It has a dense, spreading crown and a smooth, grey bark. It grows in a variety of habitats, including open woodlands, grasslands, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Epidendrum llactapataensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, which are used to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Epidendrum llactapataensis has small, white flowers with five petals and five sepals. The flowers are followed by small, yellow berries. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Epidendrum llactapataensis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3m in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and is drought tolerant. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer and cuttings should be taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Epidendrum llactapataensis

Epidendrum llactapataensis can be found in Peru and Bolivia.

Epidendrum llactapataensis FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Epidendrum llactapataensis?

Epidendrum llactapataensis is native to Ecuador.

What is the flowering season of Epidendrum llactapataensis?

Epidendrum llactapataensis typically flowers in the summer months.

What is the size of Epidendrum llactapataensis?

Epidendrum llactapataensis is a small plant, typically growing to a height of around 30 cm.

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 tro-50246396: Based on the initial data import
David E. Bennett (1923-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.E.Benn.' in the authors string.
Eric A. Christenson (1956-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenson' in the authors string.