Status:
valid
Authors:
Schltr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1921
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 8: 80 (1921)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000951045
Common Names
- Pichinchae Epidendrum
- Pichinchae Orchid
- Pichinchae Reedstem
Description
Epidendrum pichinchae (also called Pichincha Epidendrum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Ecuador. It is a small epiphyte with thin, cylindrical stems and small, ovate leaves. It grows in humid forests at elevations of 1000-2000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Epidendrum pichinchae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Epidendrum pichinchae has small, white flowers with yellowish-green sepals and petals. The seed is small and round, with a dark brown color. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Epidendrum pichinchae is an epiphytic orchid species that is native to Ecuador. It is found in moist, shady forests from sea level to elevations of 1,500 meters. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be grown in a well-draining, chunky potting mix. Water regularly and keep the soil lightly moist, but not soggy. Feed with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.
Where to Find Epidendrum pichinchae
Epidendrum pichinchae can be found in Ecuador.
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,