Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
cardiomorphum
ID:
1318102

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hágsater & E.Santiago

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Icon. Orchid. 15(2): t. 1574 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330556



Common Names

  • Epidendrum cardiomorphum
  • Cardiomorphum Epidendrum
  • Epidendrum


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Description

Epidendrum cardiomorphum (also called 'Heart-shaped Epidendrum', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central and South America. It is a small, epiphytic orchid with long, thin stems and small, green leaves. It is found in humid, tropical forests, often growing on trees or rocks.

Uses & Benefits

Epidendrum cardiomorphum is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, including fever, cough, and colds. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Epidendrum cardiomorphum has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Epidendrum cardiomorphum is a species of orchid native to Colombia. It is easily propagated from seed. Sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Water regularly and keep the soil moist. Fertilize the plants every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer. Divide the plants every two to three years to maintain their vigor.

Where to Find Epidendrum cardiomorphum

Epidendrum cardiomorphum can be found in the tropical forests of Costa Rica.

Epidendrum cardiomorphum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Epidendrum cardiomorphum?

Epidendrum cardiomorphum

What is the common name of Epidendrum cardiomorphum?

Cardiomorphum

Where is Epidendrum cardiomorphum found?

Colombia

Species in the Epidendrum genus

Epidendrum adolfomorenoi, Epidendrum cesar-fernandezii, Epidendrum gransabanense, Epidendrum lezlieae, Epidendrum marsiorum, Epidendrum montis-narae, Epidendrum reclinatum, Epidendrum silvanum, Epidendrum caeciliae, Epidendrum cancanae, Epidendrum foulquieri, Epidendrum fuscinum, Epidendrum josianae, Epidendrum macdougallii, Epidendrum misasii, Epidendrum monteverdense, Epidendrum paruimense, Epidendrum parviexasperatum, Epidendrum stolidium, Epidendrum acroamparoanum, Epidendrum acroscopeum, Epidendrum amaruense, Epidendrum atypicum, Epidendrum caparaoense, Epidendrum chalcochroma, Epidendrum cruciforme, Epidendrum cryptorhachis, Epidendrum cyclolobum, Epidendrum dejeaniae, Epidendrum dolichochlamys, Epidendrum folsomii, Epidendrum fortunae, Epidendrum gymnochlamys, Epidendrum haberi, Epidendrum hornitense, Epidendrum kusibabii, Epidendrum microrigidiflorum, Epidendrum nanodentatum, Epidendrum niveocaligarium, Epidendrum pachacutequianum, Epidendrum pachytepalum, Epidendrum philowercklei, Epidendrum platystomoides, Epidendrum platystomum, Epidendrum ptochicum, Epidendrum quispei, Epidendrum romero-castannedae, Epidendrum salpichlamys, Epidendrum sangayense, Epidendrum unicallosum,

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

Eric Hágsater (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hágsater' in the authors string.
Elizabeth Santiago Ayala: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Santiago' in the authors string.