Epiblastus unguiculatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
unguiculatus
ID:
1332999
Status:
valid
Authors:
(J.J.Sm.) Ormerod
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Malesian Orchid J. 16: 54 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345453
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Epiblastus unguiculatus (also called 'Fingered Epiblastus' and 'Fingered Orchid', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to South America. It is a small epiphyte with a thin stem, reaching a maximum height of around 10 cm. It has thin, leathery leaves and small, yellowish flowers with a white labellum. It grows in humid, shady forests, often among mosses and lichens.
Uses & Benefits
Epiblastus unguiculatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Epiblastus unguiculatus has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The flowers are borne on tall stems. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Epiblastus unguiculatus is a small, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of about 1 m (3 ft). It has small, yellow flowers that bloom in spring and summer. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Epiblastus unguiculatus
Epiblastus unguiculatus can be found in the tropical rainforests of South America.
Epiblastus unguiculatus FAQ
What is the common name of Epiblastus unguiculatus?
Cactus
What is the optimal temperature for Epiblastus unguiculatus?
65-75°F (18-24°C)
What is the optimal light for Epiblastus unguiculatus?
Bright, direct light
Species in the Epiblastus genus
Epiblastus accretus, Epiblastus acuminatus, Epiblastus auriculatus, Epiblastus basalis, Epiblastus buruensis, Epiblastus chimbuensis, Epiblastus cuneatus, Epiblastus kerigomnensis, Epiblastus lancipetalus, Epiblastus masarangicus, Epiblastus merrillii, Epiblastus montihageni, Epiblastus neohibernicus, Epiblastus ornithidioides, Epiblastus pteroglotta, Epiblastus pulchellus, Epiblastus pullei, Epiblastus schultzei, Epiblastus sciadanthus, Epiblastus torricellensis, Epiblastus tuberculatus, Epiblastus unguiculatus,
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
Johannes Jacobus Smith (1867-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Sm.' in the authors string.
Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77154628-1: Based on the initial data import