Epidendrum elephantinum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
elephantinum
ID:
913149
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hágsater
Source:
wcs
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Icon. Orchid. 7: t. 734 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000912484
Common Names
- Epidendrum elephantinum
- Elephantinum Epidendrum
- Elephantinum Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Epidendrum elephantinum (also called 'Elephant Epidendrum', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to Central and South America. It has an erect, branched stem with many leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It grows in humid forests and is often found growing on trees.
Uses & Benefits
Epidendrum elephantinum is used for ornamental purposes in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, stomachache, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Epidendrum elephantinum has white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and thin, with two small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Epidendrum elephantinum is a terrestrial or epiphytic orchid species native to Central and South America. It can be grown in a pot or basket, and prefers a well-drained, nutrient-rich soil. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept moist but not wet. Propagation is done through division of the pseudobulbs.
Where to Find Epidendrum elephantinum
Epidendrum elephantinum is native to Mexico and Guatemala.
Epidendrum elephantinum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Epidendrum elephantinum?
Epidendrum elephantinum
What is the natural habitat of Epidendrum elephantinum?
Epidendrum elephantinum is found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America.
What type of soil does Epidendrum elephantinum prefer?
Epidendrum elephantinum prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-457403: Based on the initial data import
Eric Hágsater (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hágsater' in the authors string.