Status:
valid
Authors:
Damian & Hágsater
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 246: 288 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001344816
Common Names
- Epidendrum yanatilense
- Yanatilense Epidendrum
- Yanatil Epidendrum
Description
Epidendrum yanatilense (also called Yanatil Epidendrum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Central America. It grows up to 1 meter tall and has ovate leaves. It is found in moist forests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Epidendrum yanatilense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Epidendrum yanatilense has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. The flowers are followed by small, round, black seeds. Seedlings are small and have a single, upright stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Epidendrum yanatilense can be propagated by division or stem cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0 and should be grown in partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized monthly during the growing season.
Where to Find Epidendrum yanatilense
Epidendrum yanatilense is found in the tropical forests of Peru.
Epidendrum yanatilense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Epidendrum yanatilense?
Epidendrum yanatilense
What is the common name of Epidendrum yanatilense?
Yanatilense Epidendrum
What is the natural habitat of Epidendrum yanatilense?
Epidendrum yanatilense is native to the tropical forests of Central 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
Alexander Damián: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Damian' in the authors string.