Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
yauaperyensis
ID:
949660

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brade

Source:
wcs

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Rodriguésia 1(2): 29 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000948998



Common Names

  • Encyclia yauaperyensis
  • Yauaperyensis Orchid
  • Bee Orchid


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Description

Encyclia yauaperyensis (also called 'Yauaperyensis Encyclia', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It has long, thin stems with small, fragrant flowers and prefers moist, humid habitats such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Encyclia yauaperyensis is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and analgesic properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Encyclia yauaperyensis is white and bell-shaped, with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Encyclia yauaperyensis is a terrestrial orchid that can be propagated by seed or division. It grows best in partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in containers. It is hardy in USDA zones 10-11.

Where to Find Encyclia yauaperyensis

Encyclia yauaperyensis can be found in Brazil.

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,

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