Species:
platypleuromegaloclinium
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hágsater, Uribe Vélez & E.Santiago
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Icon. Orchid. 15(2): t. 1592 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346440
Common Names
- Epidendrum platypleuromegaloclinium
- Epidendrum platypleuromegaloclinium Orchid
- Epidendrum platypleuromegaloclinium Orchid Plant
Description
Epidendrum platypleuromegaloclinium (also called Broad-winged Epidendrum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the family Orchidaceae. It is a small epiphyte that grows up to 10 cm tall and is native to the Caribbean region. It is found in humid forests and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Epidendrum platypleuromegaloclinium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Epidendrum platypleuromegaloclinium is a small, white spathe with a yellow spadix. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Epidendrum platypleuromegaloclinium is a terrestrial orchid native to Central and South America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It prefers a well-drained, humus-rich soil and should be kept moist but not wet. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown on a moist, well-drained medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Epidendrum platypleuromegaloclinium
Epidendrum platypleuromegaloclinium is native to the tropical forests of Colombia.
Epidendrum platypleuromegaloclinium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Epidendrum platypleuromegaloclinium?
Epidendrum platypleuromegaloclinium
What is the common name of Epidendrum platypleuromegaloclinium?
Broad-winged Epidendrum
What is the natural habitat of Epidendrum platypleuromegaloclinium?
It is native to South America and is found in moist forests and grassy slopes
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
Carlos Uribe Vélez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Uribe Vélez' in the authors string.