Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
jezuinae
ID:
1317387

Status:
valid

Authors:
Campacci & G.F.Carr

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Colet. Orquídeas Brasil. 10: 378 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329841





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Description

Encyclia jezuinae (also called Jezuina's Encyclia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen, perennial orchid native to Central America. It has small, oval-shaped, light green leaves and grows to a height of 10-30 cm. It prefers humid, tropical climates and grows best in partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Encyclia jezuinae is used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating fever and inflammation. It is also used as an ornamental plant, and for timber production.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Encyclia jezuinae has small, yellow flowers with white centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Encyclia jezuinae is an epiphytic orchid native to Mexico. It prefers a well-drained, humus-rich soil in partial shade. Propagation is by division or by seed. The seedlings should be kept moist and in a shady spot.

Where to Find Encyclia jezuinae

Encyclia jezuinae is native to Mexico. It can be found in moist, shady areas.

Encyclia jezuinae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Encyclia jezuinae?

Encyclia jezuinae

What is the common name of Encyclia jezuinae?

Jezuina's encyclia

What is the natural habitat of Encyclia jezuinae?

Rocky slopes and grasslands

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

Marcos Antonio Campacci (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Campacci' in the authors string.
George Francis Carr Jr. (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.F.Carr' in the authors string.