Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
atropurpureum
ID:
1334408

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Valenz.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Arnaldoa 22: 341 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346862

Common Names

  • Scaphosepalum atropurpureum
  • Atropurpureum Scaphosepalum
  • Scaphosepalum Atropurpureum

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Description

Scaphosepalum atropurpureum (also called 'Atropurpureum Scaphosepalum', among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in South America. It has thin, green leaves and small, purple flowers. It is found in humid, tropical forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Scaphosepalum atropurpureum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine. It is also used as a source of food, fuel, and timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Scaphosepalum atropurpureum is a small, white to pinkish-purple flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scaphosepalum atropurpureum can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and placed in a potting mix that is kept moist. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Scaphosepalum atropurpureum

Scaphosepalum atropurpureum can be found in the Atropurpureum Mountains of Ecuador.

Scaphosepalum atropurpureum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scaphosepalum atropurpureum?

Scaphosepalum atropurpureum

What is the natural habitat of Scaphosepalum atropurpureum?

Scaphosepalum atropurpureum is native to the tropical rainforests of South America.

What are the common names of Scaphosepalum atropurpureum?

Common names for Scaphosepalum atropurpureum include tropical rainforest orchid, blue orchid, and blue-flowered orchid.

Species in the Scaphosepalum genus

Scaphosepalum anchoriferum, Scaphosepalum andreettae, Scaphosepalum antenniferum, Scaphosepalum beluosum, Scaphosepalum bicolor, Scaphosepalum breve, Scaphosepalum cimex, Scaphosepalum clavellatum, Scaphosepalum cloesii, Scaphosepalum dalstroemii, Scaphosepalum decorum, Scaphosepalum delhierroi, Scaphosepalum digitale, Scaphosepalum dodsonii, Scaphosepalum fimbriatum, Scaphosepalum gibberosum, Scaphosepalum globosum, Scaphosepalum grande, Scaphosepalum hirtzii, Scaphosepalum jostii, Scaphosepalum lima, Scaphosepalum macrodactylum, Scaphosepalum manningii, Scaphosepalum martineae, Scaphosepalum medinae, Scaphosepalum microdactylum, Scaphosepalum odontochilum, Scaphosepalum ophidion, Scaphosepalum ovulare, Scaphosepalum panduratum, Scaphosepalum parviflorum, Scaphosepalum pleurothallodes, Scaphosepalum pulvinare, Scaphosepalum rapax, Scaphosepalum swertiifolium, Scaphosepalum tiaratum, Scaphosepalum triceratops, Scaphosepalum ursinum, Scaphosepalum verrucosum, Scaphosepalum viviparum, Scaphosepalum xystra, Scaphosepalum bicristatum, Scaphosepalum merinoi, Scaphosepalum portillae, Scaphosepalum redderianum, Scaphosepalum reptans, Scaphosepalum erasmatopus, Scaphosepalum rinkei, Scaphosepalum translucens, Scaphosepalum ximenae,

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

Luis Valenzuela Gamarra (b.1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Valenz.' in the authors string.