Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
antonii
ID:
237561

Status:
valid

Authors:
Königer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Arcula 8: 221. 1999

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000236893

Common Names

  • Masdevallia antonii
  • Antonii Masdevallia
  • Antonii Masdevallia Orchid

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Description

Masdevallia antonii (also called 'Anton's Masdevallia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to Central and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Masdevallia antonii 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 flower of Masdevallia antonii is small and has a yellow-orange color. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and fragile.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Masdevallia antonii is a species of orchid native to Ecuador. It is an epiphyte, meaning it grows on other plants or trees. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a potting mix of sphagnum moss and perlite. It should be watered regularly and fertilized monthly during the growing season. Propagation is done by division of the plant or by seed.

Where to Find Masdevallia antonii

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

Masdevallia antonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Masdevallia antonii?

Masdevallia antonii

What is the natural habitat of Masdevallia antonii?

Masdevallia antonii is native to Colombia and Ecuador.

What is the flower color of Masdevallia antonii?

The flowers of Masdevallia antonii are usually yellow or orange.

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,

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