Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
riodelayense
ID:
1316634

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Burns-Bal.) Salazar

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Mex. 97: 50 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329088



Common Names

  • Aulosepalum Riodelayense
  • Riodelayense Aulosepalum
  • Riodelayense Aulosepalum Tree


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Description

Aulosepalum riodelayense (also called Rio de la Y Aulosepalum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Costa Rica and Panama. It has a short stem and its leaves are linear-lanceolate, with a length of 5-10 cm and a width of 0.5-1 cm. It grows in humid tropical forests, at an altitude of 500-2000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Aulosepalum riodelayense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aulosepalum riodelayense has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aulosepalum riodelayense can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix. The seed should be lightly covered and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, Aulosepalum riodelayense is drought tolerant and prefers full sun. It can also be propagated from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Aulosepalum riodelayense

Aulosepalum riodelayense can be found in the mountains of the Iberian Peninsula.

Aulosepalum riodelayense FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Aulosepalum riodelayense?

Aulosepalum riodelayense is native to Mexico and Central America.

What is the flower color of Aulosepalum riodelayense?

The flowers of Aulosepalum riodelayense are usually yellow or orange.

What is the size of Aulosepalum riodelayense?

Aulosepalum riodelayense is a small orchid, growing to a height of about 10 cm.

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

Gerardo A. Salazar (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salazar' in the authors string.
Pamela Burns-Balogh (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burns-Bal.' in the authors string.