Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
albella
ID:
237532

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & Teague

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 6: 84 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000236864

Common Names

  • Masdevallia albella
  • Albella Masdevallia
  • Albella Masdevallia Orchid

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Description

Masdevallia albella (also called White Masdevallia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to the Mascarene Islands and is found in wet forests. It is a small epiphytic plant with short stems and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Masdevallia albella is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, inflammation, and skin ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Masdevallia albella flower is a small, tubular bloom with a yellowish-green color. It has three sepals and three petals that are fused together. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Masdevallia albella is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can withstand temperatures as low as -20°C. It can be propagated by seed or division.

Where to Find Masdevallia albella

Masdevallia albella is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America, including Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, and Ecuador.

Masdevallia albella FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Masdevallia albella?

Masdevallia albella prefers temperatures between 55-65°F (13-18°C)

What is the optimal humidity for Masdevallia albella?

Masdevallia albella prefers a humidity of 50-70%

How much light does Masdevallia albella need?

Masdevallia albella prefers bright, indirect light

Species in the Masdevallia genus

Masdevallia abbreviata, Masdevallia acrochordonia, Masdevallia adamsii, Masdevallia adrianae, Masdevallia aenigma, Masdevallia agaster, Masdevallia aguirrei, Masdevallia albella, Masdevallia alexandri, Masdevallia alismifolia, Masdevallia alvaroi, Masdevallia amabilis, Masdevallia amaluzae, Masdevallia amanda, Masdevallia amoena, Masdevallia amplexa, Masdevallia ampullacea, Masdevallia anceps, Masdevallia andreettana, Masdevallia anemone, Masdevallia anfracta, Masdevallia angulata, Masdevallia angulifera, Masdevallia anisomorpha, Masdevallia antonii, Masdevallia aphanes, Masdevallia apparitio, Masdevallia arangoi, Masdevallia ariasii, Masdevallia arminii, Masdevallia assurgens, Masdevallia asterotricha, Masdevallia atahualpa, Masdevallia attenuata, Masdevallia audax, Masdevallia aurea, Masdevallia aurorae, Masdevallia ayabacana, Masdevallia bangii, Masdevallia barlaeana, Masdevallia belua, Masdevallia bennettii, Masdevallia berthae, Masdevallia bicolor, Masdevallia bicornis, Masdevallia biflora, Masdevallia boliviensis, Masdevallia bonplandii, Masdevallia bottae, Masdevallia bourdetteana,

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 kew-121107: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Walter Teague (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Teague' in the authors string.