Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
barbozae
ID:
1411614

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Luer) J.M.H.Shaw

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 122(1308): 75. 2014 [Dec publ. 29 Nov 2014]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424079



Common Names

  • Masdevallia Barbozae
  • Barbozae Masdevallia
  • Masdevallia Orchid


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Description

Masdevallia barbozae (also called Barboza's masdevallia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with a pseudobulb. It is native to Colombia and is found in montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Masdevallia barbozae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Masdevallia barbozae is a small, red, bell-shaped flower with a yellow centre. The seed is a small, dark brown nut with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Masdevallia barbozae is an epiphytic orchid native to South America. It prefers bright, indirect light and a well-drained, humus-rich soil mix. It should be kept moist but not wet. Propagation is done by division or by seed.

Where to Find Masdevallia barbozae

Masdevallia barbozae is native to Colombia and Ecuador.

Masdevallia barbozae FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Masdevallia barbozae?

Masdevallia barbozae is native to the cloud forests of Peru and Ecuador.

What is the size of Masdevallia barbozae?

Masdevallia barbozae is a small plant, growing up to 10 cm in height.

What is the blooming season of Masdevallia barbozae?

Masdevallia barbozae blooms in the spring and summer months.

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

Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Julian Mark Hugh Shaw (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.H.Shaw' in the authors string.