Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
hugomedinae
ID:
913165

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hágsater & Dodson

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Icon. Orchid. 7: t. 745 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000912500



Common Names

  • Hugomedinae Epidendrum
  • Epidendrum Hugomedinae
  • Hugomedinae Epidendrum


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Description

Epidendrum hugomedinae (also called 'Hugo Medina's 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 hugomedinae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a traditional medicine for treating fever and as an antiseptic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Epidendrum hugomedinae has white flowers with yellow lips. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Epidendrum hugomedinae 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 hugomedinae

Epidendrum hugomedinae is native to Colombia and Ecuador.

Epidendrum hugomedinae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Epidendrum hugomedinae?

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What is the natural habitat of Epidendrum hugomedinae?

Epidendrum hugomedinae is found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

What type of soil does Epidendrum hugomedinae prefer?

Epidendrum hugomedinae 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-457418: Based on the initial data import
Calaway H. Dodson (1928-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dodson' in the authors string.
Eric Hágsater (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hágsater' in the authors string.