Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
caudata
ID:
237666

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1833

Citation Micro:
Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. : 193 (1833)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000236998



Common Names

  • Masdevallia Caudata
  • Caudata Masdevallia
  • Masdevallia Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Masdevallia cucutillensis Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Masdevallia expansa Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Masdevallia shuttleworthii Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Masdevallia tricolor Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Masdevallia caudata shuttleworthii Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Masdevallia caudata xanthocorys A.H.Kent [unknown]
  • Masdevallia shuttleworthii xanthocorys Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Masdevallia caudata xanthocorys (Rchb.f.) O.Gruss & M.Wolff [unknown]
  • Masdevallia caudata gudotii Rchb.f. [unknown]

Description

Masdevallia caudata (also called Tailed Masdevallia, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid with an upright habit. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador and Peru, and grows in humid montane forests at elevations of 1000 to 3000 meters. The plant has long, slender leaves and produces small, fragrant flowers in shades of yellow, orange and red.

Uses & Benefits

Masdevallia caudata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Masdevallia caudata flower is a small, tubular flower with a yellow and white coloration. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a yellow and white coloration.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Masdevallia caudata is a species of orchid native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It is an epiphyte growing on trees in wet montane forests at elevations of 1000-3000 m. It is best grown in a well-draining medium such as bark, moss, or perlite, with high humidity and bright, indirect light. Propagation is by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept moist and warm until germination.

Where to Find Masdevallia caudata

Masdevallia caudata is native to the cloud forests of Peru, Ecuador, and Colombia.

Masdevallia caudata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Masdevallia caudata?

Masdevallia caudata

What is the common name of Masdevallia caudata?

Caudata Masdevallia

What is the natural habitat of Masdevallia caudata?

Masdevallia caudata is found in humid montane forests of Ecuador and Peru

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-121229: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.