Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
havanensis
ID:
1317100

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Bello, Esperon & Sauleda

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
New World Orchid. Nomencl. Notes 4: 2 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329554



Common Names

  • Havanensis
  • Encyclia
  • Encyclia Havanensis


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Description

Encyclia havanensis (also called the Havana encyclia, among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It has a thin, branching stem and small, oval-shaped leaves. It is typically found growing on trees in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Encyclia havanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Encyclia havanensis has yellow-green, fragrant flowers with a white lip. The seed is a small, brown, round nutlet. The seedlings have two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Encyclia havanensis is a tropical orchid that is best grown in a warm, humid environment. It prefers a well-drained, humus-rich soil and should be grown in a sunny or partially shaded location. Propagation is best done by division of the clumps or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of around 20°C (68°F). Division of the clumps can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Encyclia havanensis

Encyclia havanensis is native to Cuba.

Encyclia havanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Encyclia havanensis?

Encyclia havanensis

What type of plant is Encyclia havanensis?

It is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae.

Where is Encyclia havanensis native to?

Encyclia havanensis is native to Cuba.

Species in the Encyclia genus

Encyclia alcardoi, Encyclia calderoniae, Encyclia elegantula, Encyclia huertae, Encyclia kermesina, Encyclia monteverdensis, Encyclia nizandensis, Encyclia parallela, Encyclia rzedowskiana, Encyclia bohnkiana, Encyclia betancourtiana, Encyclia cajalbanensis, Encyclia garciae-esquivelii, Encyclia bocourtii, Encyclia rosariensis, Encyclia oliveirana, Encyclia ossenbachiana, Encyclia joaosaiana, Encyclia fabianae, Encyclia archilae, Encyclia carbonitensis, Encyclia delacruzii, Encyclia halbingeriana, Encyclia ibanezii, Encyclia camagueyensis, Encyclia bicalhoi, Encyclia acutifolia, Encyclia adenocarpa, Encyclia adenocaula, Encyclia advena, Encyclia aenicta, Encyclia alata, Encyclia albopurpurea, Encyclia alboxanthina, Encyclia altissima, Encyclia amazonica, Encyclia ambigua, Encyclia andrichii, Encyclia angustifolia, Encyclia angustiloba, Encyclia argentinensis, Encyclia aspera, Encyclia asperula, Encyclia atrorubens, Encyclia auyantepuiensis, Encyclia bajamarensis, Encyclia bipapularis, Encyclia bracteata, Encyclia bractescens, Encyclia bradfordii,

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

Ruben Primitivo Sauleda (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sauleda' in the authors string.
Pablo E. Esperon: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Esperon' in the authors string.
Oscar Bello: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Bello' in the authors string.