Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
tungurahuae
ID:
1411599

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Szlach. & Mytnik) J.M.H.Shaw

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. Suppl., 122(1306): 38. 2014 [Jun 2014] [Quart. Suppl. Int. Reg. Orchid Hybrids]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424064

Common Names

  • Epidendrum Tungurahuae
  • Tungurahuae Orchid
  • Epidendrum Orchid

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Description

Epidendrum tungurahuae (also called Tungurahua Epidendrum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Ecuador. It has a slender stem and long, thin leaves. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Epidendrum tungurahuae is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Epidendrum tungurahuae is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower with a yellow centre. The seed is a small, dark brown nut with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Epidendrum tungurahuae is a tropical orchid native to Central and South America. It prefers warm temperatures and bright, indirect light. It should be grown in a well-draining soil mix and watered regularly. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Division should be done when the orchid is actively growing. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Provide adequate light and humidity for the seedlings to thrive.

Where to Find Epidendrum tungurahuae

Epidendrum tungurahuae is native to Ecuador.

Epidendrum tungurahuae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Epidendrum tungurahuae?

Epidendrum tungurahuae

What is the common name of Epidendrum tungurahuae?

Tungurahua epidendrum

What is the natural habitat of Epidendrum tungurahuae?

It is native to South America and can be found in tropical rainforests

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

Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.
Julian Mark Hugh Shaw (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.H.Shaw' in the authors string.
Joanna Mytnik-Ejsmont (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mytnik' in the authors string.