Status:
valid
Authors:
Kraenzl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1905
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 1: 88 (1905)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000950764
Common Names
- Monzonense Epidendrum
- Epidendrum Monzonense
- Epidendrum Orchid
Description
Epidendrum monzonense (also called 'Monzon Epidendrum', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to Central America and the Caribbean. It has a short stem and long, thin leaves, and produces white flowers with a yellow lip. It grows in humid, tropical forests, and is often found growing on trees.
Uses & Benefits
Epidendrum monzonense is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antifungal, and antioxidant properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for bees.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Epidendrum monzonense has white flowers with yellowish-green sepals and petals. The flowers have a strong, sweet scent. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Epidendrum monzonense is a terrestrial orchid native to Central and South America. It is a slow-growing species that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid climate and can be grown in partial shade or full sun. It requires well-draining soil and should be watered regularly. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Epidendrum monzonense
Epidendrum monzonense can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South 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,