Status:
valid
Authors:
(Luer & J.Leathers) J.M.H.Shaw
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 124(1314, Suppl.): 37 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346079
Common Names
- Masdevallia Aureoportensis
- Aureoportensis Masdevallia
- Masdevallia Aureoportensis Orchid
Description
Masdevallia aureoportensis (also called 'Aureoportensis Masdevallia', among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid native to the Caribbean and Central America. It can grow up to 0.5 meters tall and has a stem diameter of up to 0.1 meters. It is found in tropical rainforests and moist forests.
Uses & Benefits
Masdevallia aureoportensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has attractive foliage and can be used to create a lush, green look in any space. It is also known to be a good air purifier, removing toxins from the air and helping to improve air quality.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Masdevallia aureoportensis flower is small and pink, with five petals. The seed is a dark brown, oblong shape. The seedlings are small and pink, with five petals.
Cultivation and Propagation
Masdevallia aureoportensis is a terrestrial orchid species native to Colombia. It can be grown in a potting medium of equal parts of sphagnum moss, perlite, and bark chips. Propagation is done through division of the clumps of plants. The divisions should be planted in the same potting medium as the mother plant.
Where to Find Masdevallia aureoportensis
Masdevallia aureoportensis is native to Ecuador and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Masdevallia aureoportensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Masdevallia aureoportensis?
Masdevallia aureoportensis
What is the family of Masdevallia aureoportensis?
Orchidaceae
Where is Masdevallia aureoportensis found?
Colombia
Species in the Masdevallia genus
Masdevallia abbreviata,
Masdevallia acrochordonia,
Masdevallia adamsii,
Masdevallia adrianae,
Masdevallia aenigma,
Masdevallia agaster,
Masdevallia aguirrei,
Masdevallia albella,
Masdevallia alexandri,
Masdevallia alismifolia,
Masdevallia alvaroi,
Masdevallia amabilis,
Masdevallia amaluzae,
Masdevallia amanda,
Masdevallia amoena,
Masdevallia amplexa,
Masdevallia ampullacea,
Masdevallia anceps,
Masdevallia andreettana,
Masdevallia anemone,
Masdevallia anfracta,
Masdevallia angulata,
Masdevallia angulifera,
Masdevallia anisomorpha,
Masdevallia antonii,
Masdevallia aphanes,
Masdevallia apparitio,
Masdevallia arangoi,
Masdevallia ariasii,
Masdevallia arminii,
Masdevallia assurgens,
Masdevallia asterotricha,
Masdevallia atahualpa,
Masdevallia attenuata,
Masdevallia audax,
Masdevallia aurea,
Masdevallia aurorae,
Masdevallia ayabacana,
Masdevallia bangii,
Masdevallia barlaeana,
Masdevallia belua,
Masdevallia bennettii,
Masdevallia berthae,
Masdevallia bicolor,
Masdevallia bicornis,
Masdevallia biflora,
Masdevallia boliviensis,
Masdevallia bonplandii,
Masdevallia bottae,
Masdevallia bourdetteana,
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
John Leathers: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Leathers' in the authors string.