Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
huertae
ID:
408341

Status:
valid

Authors:
Soto Arenas & R.Jiménez

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Icon. Orchid. 5-6: t. 560 (2002 publ. 2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000407673



Common Names

  • Encyclia huertae
  • Huertae Encyclia
  • Encyclia


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Description

Encyclia huertae (also called 'Huerta's Encyclia' and 'Huerta's Butterfly Orchid', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Mexico and Central America. It is an epiphytic orchid, meaning it grows on other plants, and is found in humid forests and tropical woodlands. It has long, thin stems with small, yellow-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Encyclia huertae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and for soil stabilization. The plant has medicinal uses, such as for treating skin diseases, and is also used as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Encyclia huertae has yellow-greenish flowers with a white lip and a sweet scent. The seeds are small, round and black. Seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Encyclia huertae is an epiphytic orchid species native to Central America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate, and can be grown in a pot or mounted on a piece of cork or tree fern. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. It can be propagated by division or by seed.

Where to Find Encyclia huertae

Encyclia huertae can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America, particularly in Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Encyclia huertae FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Encyclia huertae?

Encyclia huertae is native to Mexico and Central America, where it grows in dry, rocky areas.

What is the flower size of Encyclia huertae?

The flowers of Encyclia huertae are small, measuring around 1 cm in diameter.

What is the blooming season of Encyclia huertae?

Encyclia huertae blooms in the spring and summer months.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-243278: Based on the initial data import
Miguel Ángel Soto Arenas (1963-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soto Arenas' in the authors string.
Rolando Jiménez Machorro (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Jiménez' in the authors string.