Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ephelota
ID:
470876

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & Cloes

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 87: 823 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000470208



Common Names

  • Masdevallia Ephelota
  • Ephelota Masdevallia
  • Masdevallia


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Description

Masdevallia ephelota (also called Ephelota Masdevallia, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to South America. It has a short, creeping rhizome and a single, fleshy, ovate-lanceolate leaf. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in open grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Masdevallia ephelota is yellow in color and has five petals. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Masdevallia ephelota is a species of epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It is best grown in partial shade and prefers a well-draining medium. Propagation can be done by division or seed. Division should be done in spring or autumn. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Masdevallia ephelota

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

Masdevallia ephelota FAQ

What is the scientific name of Masdevallia ephelota?

Masdevallia ephelota

What type of plant is Masdevallia ephelota?

Masdevallia ephelota is an epiphytic orchid.

Where does Masdevallia ephelota grow?

Masdevallia ephelota 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-254139: 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.