Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
motozintlensis
ID:
1286096

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hágsater & L.Sánchez S.

Source:
tro

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Icon. Orchid. (Mexico) 11: t. 1146 2008

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001285434

Common Names

  • Epidendrum motozintlensis
  • Motozintlensis Epidendrum
  • Motozintlensis Orchid

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Description

Epidendrum motozintlensis (also called Motozintla Epidendrum, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb with a shrubby habit. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It grows in moist, shady places, often near streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Epidendrum motozintlensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes and as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flowers of Epidendrum motozintlensis are small and white, with five petals. Seed: The seeds of Epidendrum motozintlensis are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Epidendrum motozintlensis are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Epidendrum motozintlensis is an evergreen epiphytic orchid that grows in tropical and subtropical climates. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment.

Where to Find Epidendrum motozintlensis

Epidendrum motozintlensis is found in Mexico, particularly in the states of Oaxaca and Chiapas.

Epidendrum motozintlensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Epidendrum motozintlensis?

Epidendrum motozintlensis

What is the common name of Epidendrum motozintlensis?

Motozintle Epidendrum

What is the natural habitat of Epidendrum motozintlensis?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50327947: Based on the initial data import
Eric Hágsater (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hágsater' in the authors string.