Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
machupicchuensis
ID:
319227

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nauray & Christenson

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Icon. Orchid. Peruv. : t. 606 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000318559



Common Names

  • Baskervilla
  • Parana Baskervilla
  • Machupicchu Baskervilla


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Description

Baskervilla machupicchuensis (also called Watergum, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree that can grow up to 10 meters tall. It has a rough, grey bark and its leaves are ovate to elliptic in shape. It is native to Australia and is found in moist forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Baskervilla machupicchuensis is used as an ornamental plant and for its timber. The wood is used for making furniture, and the leaves are used for flavoring food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Baskervilla machupicchuensis is a small, white, four-petalled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baskervilla machupicchuensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Baskervilla machupicchuensis

Baskervilla machupicchuensis can be found in the Machu Picchu region of Peru.

Baskervilla machupicchuensis FAQ

What is the common name of Baskervilla machupicchuensis?

Machupicchu Baskervilla

What is the natural habitat of Baskervilla machupicchuensis?

Tropical rainforests

What is the average height of Baskervilla machupicchuensis?

Up to 10 meters

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-19951: Based on the initial data import
Eric A. Christenson (1956-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenson' in the authors string.
William Nauray: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nauray' in the authors string.