Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
conflictiva
ID:
1412041

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.F.Morales) J.F.Morales, M.E.Endress & Liede

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Taxon 66(3): 638. 2017 [23 Jun 2017]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424506





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Description

Macropharynx conflictiva (also called Conflicting Macropharynx, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Colombia. It is an epiphytic orchid, meaning it grows on other plants, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It has a single stem with many leaves and a single flower with a white lip and yellow petals.

Uses & Benefits

Macropharynx conflictiva is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Macropharynx conflictiva has small, white flowers. The seed is a small, black, globular capsule. The seedlings have long, narrow, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macropharynx conflictiva is a terrestrial orchid that is native to Central and South America. It can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It prefers a well-draining soil that is high in organic matter. It should be kept in partial shade and watered regularly. Propagation is done by dividing the rhizomes or by seed.

Where to Find Macropharynx conflictiva

Macropharynx conflictiva is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Macropharynx conflictiva FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Macropharynx conflictiva?

Macropharynx conflictiva is found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.

What type of soil does Macropharynx conflictiva prefer?

Macropharynx conflictiva prefers moist, well-drained soil.

How much light does Macropharynx conflictiva need?

Macropharynx conflictiva needs bright, indirect light.

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

Juan Francisco Morales Quirós (b.1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.Morales' in the authors string.
Mary Endress (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.E.Endress' in the authors string.
Sigrid Liede (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Liede' in the authors string.