Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
coccinea
ID:
237696

Status:
valid

Authors:
Linden ex Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Orchid. Linden. : 5 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000237028



Common Names

  • Masdevallia Coccinea
  • Coccinea Masdevallia
  • Masdevallia Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Masdevallia denisonii Dombrain [unknown]
  • Masdevallia harryana Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Masdevallia lindenii André [unknown]
  • Masdevallia militaris Rchb.f. & Warsz. [unknown]
  • Masdevallia coccinea conchiflora A.H.Kent [unknown]
  • Masdevallia coccinea harryana A.H.Kent [unknown]
  • Masdevallia coccinea lindenii Stein [unknown]
  • Masdevallia harryana atrosanguinea B.S.Williams & T.Moore [unknown]
  • Masdevallia harryana decora B.S.Williams [unknown]
  • Masdevallia harryana miniata B.S.Williams & T.Moore [unknown]
  • Masdevallia lindenii grandiflora L.Linden & Rodigas [unknown]
  • Masdevallia lindenii harryana (Rchb.f.) André [unknown]
  • Masdevallia coccinea militaris (Rchb.f. & Warsz.) O.Gruss & M.Wolff [unknown]
  • Masdevallia coccinea alba Hermans [unknown]

Description

Masdevallia coccinea (also called 'Coccinea Masdevallia' or 'Coccinea Orchid', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It is a small epiphyte with a single, erect leaf and a short, single-flowered inflorescence. It grows in humid montane forests at elevations of 800-2500 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Masdevallia coccinea is a popular ornamental plant, prized for its bright yellow-orange flowers and its ability to grow in a wide range of climates. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Masdevallia coccinea is a small, tubular flower with a white lip and yellow petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, pointed seed. The seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Masdevallia coccinea 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 coccinea

Masdevallia coccinea is native to the cloud forests of Colombia and Ecuador.

Masdevallia coccinea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Masdevallia coccinea?

Masdevallia coccinea

What is the common name of Masdevallia coccinea?

Scarlet Masdevallia

What is the natural habitat of Masdevallia coccinea?

Tropical montane forests

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-121256: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Jean Jules Linden (1817-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Linden' in the authors string.