Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
saraca-taquerense
ID:
1331279

Status:
valid

Authors:
Campacci & J.B.F.Silva

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Colet. Orquídeas Brasil. 11: 430 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343733



Common Names

  • Saraca-taquerense Macroclinium
  • Macroclinium saraca-taquerense
  • Saraca-taquerense Orchid


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Description

Macroclinium saraca-taquerense (also called Saraca-taquerense Macroclinium, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with long, narrow leaves and white flowers. It is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil and is found in moist, lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Macroclinium saraca-taquerense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Macroclinium saraca-taquerense has white flowers with yellow anthers and a single seed in each capsule. The seedlings have a single seed leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macroclinium saraca-taquerense is an epiphytic orchid that grows in moist, shady areas. It prefers a well-drained soil and can be propagated by division or by seed. It is best grown in partial shade and requires regular watering during the growing season.

Where to Find Macroclinium saraca-taquerense

Macroclinium saraca-taquerense can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Brazil.

Macroclinium saraca-taquerense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macroclinium saraca-taquerense?

Macroclinium saraca-taquerense

What is the natural habitat of Macroclinium saraca-taquerense?

Mountain forests in Bahia, Brazil

What are the common names of Macroclinium saraca-taquerense?

Saraca-taquerense macroclinium

Species in the Macroclinium genus

Macroclinium aduncum, Macroclinium alleniorum, Macroclinium aurorae, Macroclinium bicolor, Macroclinium biflorum, Macroclinium borjaense, Macroclinium brasiliense, Macroclinium calceolare, Macroclinium chasei, Macroclinium christensonii, Macroclinium coffeicola, Macroclinium confertum, Macroclinium cordesii, Macroclinium dalessandroi, Macroclinium dalstroemii, Macroclinium dentiferum, Macroclinium doderoi, Macroclinium escobarianum, Macroclinium generalense, Macroclinium glicensteinii, Macroclinium hirtzii, Macroclinium junctum, Macroclinium lexarzanum, Macroclinium lilacinum, Macroclinium lineare, Macroclinium lueri, Macroclinium manabinum, Macroclinium mirabile, Macroclinium oberonia, Macroclinium pachybulbon, Macroclinium paniculatum, Macroclinium perryi, Macroclinium ramonense, Macroclinium robustum, Macroclinium roseum, Macroclinium simplex, Macroclinium villenarum, Macroclinium wullschlaegelianum, Macroclinium xiphophorus, Macroclinium exiguum, Macroclinium montis-narae, Macroclinium paraense, Macroclinium saraca-taquerense, Macroclinium bragae,

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

Marcos Antonio Campacci (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Campacci' in the authors string.
João Batista Fernándes da Silva: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.B.F.Silva' in the authors string.