Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
silverarum
ID:
1328498

Status:
valid

Authors:
Leopardi & Carnevali

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 183: 161 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340952



Common Names

  • Encyclia silverarum
  • Silver Encyclia
  • Silver Orchid
  • Silver-Leaved Encyclia


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Description

Encyclia silverarum (also called Silver's Butterfly Orchid, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It has long, thin leaves and small white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, usually near streams or rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Encyclia silverarum is used in horticulture as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Encyclia silverarum has small, cone-shaped flowers that are yellow in color. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Encyclia silverarum is a small orchid that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Divisions should be taken from the clump and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the divisions moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Encyclia silverarum

Encyclia silverarum is native to Mexico and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Encyclia silverarum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Encyclia silverarum?

Encyclia silverarum

What is the common name of Encyclia silverarum?

Silver's Encyclia

What is the natural habitat of Encyclia silverarum?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

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

Germán Carnevali (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carnevali' in the authors string.
Carlos Leopardi (b.2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leopardi' in the authors string.