Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
frilehmannii
ID:
237842

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & R.Vásquez

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Revista Soc. Boliv. Bot. 3: 39 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000237174



Common Names

  • Frilehmannii Masdevallia
  • Masdevallia Frilehmannii
  • Frilehmannii Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Alaticaulia frilehmannii (Luer & R.Vásquez) Luer [unknown]

Description

Masdevallia frilehmannii (also called Frilehmann's Masdevallia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It is found in montane forests, usually at elevations of 1000-3000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Masdevallia frilehmannii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. Its flowers are used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Masdevallia frilehmannii has small, bell-shaped flowers with yellow and purple petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Masdevallia frilehmannii is a terrestrial orchid native to Colombia. It can be grown in a pot or in the ground in a well-draining medium. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by division of the clump or by seed.

Where to Find Masdevallia frilehmannii

Masdevallia frilehmannii can be found in the tropical regions of South and Central America, including Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.

Masdevallia frilehmannii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Masdevallia frilehmannii?

Masdevallia frilehmannii

What type of plant is Masdevallia frilehmannii?

Masdevallia frilehmannii is a type of orchid

Where is Masdevallia frilehmannii native to?

Masdevallia frilehmannii is native to 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,

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