Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
inamoena
ID:
1088832

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Luer & Sijm) Pfahl

Source:
tro

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Internet Orchid Sp. Photo Encycl. Nomencl. Notes 3(4): 1 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001088170



Common Names

  • Inamoena Masdevallia
  • Inamoena Orchid
  • Inamoena Masdevallia Orchid


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Description

Masdevallia inamoena (also called Inamoena Masdevallia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Mexico and Central America. It has long, thin leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in humid, shady forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Masdevallia inamoena is a popular ornamental plant. It is often used in gardens and landscapes to add color and texture. It is also known to attract pollinators such as butterflies and bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Masdevallia inamoena has small, waxy, yellow flowers with a white lip. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Masdevallia inamoena is a tropical epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers bright light and warm temperatures, and should be grown in a well-draining potting mix. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seedlings should be kept moist and warm, and should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Masdevallia inamoena

Masdevallia inamoena is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America, particularly in Colombia, 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

Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Anton P. Sijm: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sijm' in the authors string.
Jay Charles Pfahl (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pfahl' in the authors string.