Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
purpureorostrata
ID:
1320699

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.Gerlach

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
OrchideenJ. 19: 73 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333153

Common Names

  • Macradenia purpureorostrata
  • Purple-beaked Macradenia
  • Purpureorostrata Macradenia

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Description

Macradenia purpureorostrata (also called 'Purple-beaked Macradenia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is native to tropical South America, from Brazil to Peru. It is an evergreen shrub growing to 1 m tall, with ovate leaves and purple flowers with long beaks. It grows in shady, moist, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Macradenia purpureorostrata is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Macradenia purpureorostrata is a small, white to pale pink, tubular flower with a yellow throat. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macradenia purpureorostrata is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It prefers a warm, humid climate and well-drained soil. It should be planted in a shady location and watered regularly. Pruning should be done to maintain the desired shape and size.

Where to Find Macradenia purpureorostrata

Macradenia purpureorostrata can be found in the tropical rainforests of the Caribbean Islands.

Macradenia purpureorostrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macradenia purpureorostrata?

Macradenia purpureorostrata

What is the common name of Macradenia purpureorostrata?

Macradenia

What is the natural habitat of Macradenia purpureorostrata?

Tropical forests

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

Günter Gerlach (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Gerlach' in the authors string.