Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
castor
ID:
470869

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & Cloes

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Selbyana 22: 112 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000470201



Common Names

  • Masdevallia castor
  • Castor Masdevallia
  • Masdevallia


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Description

Masdevallia castor (also called Castor masdevallia, among many other common names) is a perennial orchid native to tropical Asia. It has a short, tufted stem and narrow leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas such as grasslands, savannas, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Masdevallia castor is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Masdevallia castor is a yellowish-white, with a yellowish-green center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Masdevallia castor is an epiphytic orchid. It can be propagated by division of the pseudobulbs or by seed. The plant prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Masdevallia castor

Masdevallia castor can be found in the cloud forests of Colombia and Ecuador.

Masdevallia castor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Masdevallia castor?

Masdevallia castor

What type of plant is Masdevallia castor?

Masdevallia castor is an epiphytic orchid.

Where does Masdevallia castor grow?

Masdevallia castor grows in humid, tropical areas in Central and South America.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-254134: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Patrick Cloes (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cloes' in the authors string.