Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
chaetostoma
ID:
237671

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 39: 192 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000237003



Common Names

  • Masdevallia Chaetostoma
  • Chaetostoma Masdevallia
  • Masdevallia Orchid


Searching for Masdevallia chaetostoma? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Spilotantha chaetostoma (Luer) Luer [unknown]

Description

Masdevallia chaetostoma (also called Bristled 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 chaetostoma 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 chaetostoma 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.

Searching for Masdevallia chaetostoma? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Masdevallia chaetostoma is a species of orchid native to Colombia and Ecuador. 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 chaetostoma

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

Masdevallia chaetostoma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Masdevallia chaetostoma?

Masdevallia chaetostoma

What is the common name of Masdevallia chaetostoma?

Chaetostoma Masdevallia

What is the natural habitat of Masdevallia chaetostoma?

Masdevallia chaetostoma 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