Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pyramidale
ID:
921903

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) M.A.Dix & M.W.Dix

Source:
wcs

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 78: 4 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000921238



Common Names

  • Aulosepalum pyramidale
  • Pyramidale Aulosepalum
  • Aulosepalum Pyramidale


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Description

Aulosepalum pyramidale (also called Pyramid Aulosepalum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Ecuador. It is a small epiphytic orchid with a pseudobulb and long, thin leaves. It is found in humid forests in the western part of the country. It grows in the understory of the forest, on trees and rocks.

Uses & Benefits

Aulosepalum pyramidale is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food. It has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties and is used in traditional medicine to treat digestive issues and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Aulosepalum pyramidale has small, white flowers, small, round seeds, and seedlings that are light green with white spots.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aulosepalum pyramidale is a tropical shrub native to South America. It is best grown in full sun and prefers a warm, humid environment. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It is important to keep the soil moist but not soggy, and to fertilize regularly.

Where to Find Aulosepalum pyramidale

Aulosepalum pyramidale can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

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-466804: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Margaret A. Dix (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.A.Dix' in the authors string.
Michael W. Dix: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.W.Dix' in the authors string.