Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
rosariensis
ID:
806406

Status:
valid

Authors:
Múj.Benítez, R.Pérez & Pupulin

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Orchids (West Palm Beach) 75: 692 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000805740



Common Names

  • Encyclia rosariensis
  • Rosario Encyclia
  • Rosario's Encyclia


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Description

Encyclia rosariensis (also called Rosario Encyclia, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid native to Mexico and Central America. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Encyclia rosariensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine and in the production of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Encyclia rosariensis is yellow with a white center. The seed is round and black. The seedlings are small and yellow.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Encyclia rosariensis is a small epiphytic orchid that is native to Central and South America. It can be grown in a potting mix of bark chips, sphagnum moss, and perlite, or in a bark-based mix. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept evenly moist. Propagation is by division of the pseudobulbs or by seed.

Where to Find Encyclia rosariensis

Encyclia rosariensis can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Encyclia rosariensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Encyclia rosariensis?

Encyclia rosariensis

What is the common name of Encyclia rosariensis?

Rosario's Encyclia

What is the natural habitat of Encyclia rosariensis?

Tropical forests of Central and South America

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-344021: Based on the initial data import
Franco Pupulin (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pupulin' in the authors string.
Ernesto Mújica Benítez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Múj.Benítez' in the authors string.
Rolando Pérez Márquez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Pérez' in the authors string.