Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
parallela
ID:
408361

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) P.Ortiz

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Orquídeas Colombia : 258 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000407693



Common Names

  • Encyclia parallela
  • Parallela Encyclia
  • Encyclia


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Synonyms

  • Epidendrum parallelum Lindl. [unknown]

Description

Encyclia parallela (also called Parallel Encyclia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras. It is a terrestrial orchid, growing in wet forests and at the edges of streams.

Uses & Benefits

Encyclia parallela is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in xeriscaping and rock gardens. It has a low water requirement and is drought tolerant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Encyclia parallela is a small, white, star-shaped flower with 5 petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and oval-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Encyclia parallela 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 parallela

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

Encyclia parallela FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Encyclia parallela?

Encyclia parallela is native to Mexico, where it grows in dry, rocky areas.

What is the flower size of Encyclia parallela?

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

What is the blooming season of Encyclia parallela?

Encyclia parallela 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-243283: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Pedro Ortiz Valdivieso (1926-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Ortiz' in the authors string.