Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
laevis
ID:
237962

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mag. Nat. Hist. 15: 257 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000237294



Common Names

  • Masdevallia Laevis
  • Laevis Orchid
  • Laevis Masdevallia


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Synonyms

  • Masdevallia affinis Lindl. [unknown]
  • Masdevallia affinis maculigera (Schltr.) Luer [unknown]
  • Masdevallia affinis petiolaris (Schltr.) Luer [unknown]
  • Masdevallia chlorotica Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Masdevallia confusa Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Masdevallia gomeziana F.Lehm. & Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Masdevallia lepida Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Masdevallia maculigera Schltr. [unknown]
  • Masdevallia pantherina F.Lehm. & Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Masdevallia petiolaris Schltr. [unknown]
  • Masdevallia affinis affinis [unknown]

Description

Masdevallia laevis (also called Laevis, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It is found in montane forests at elevations of 1500-3000 meters. It has an upright habit and is characterized by its long, narrow leaves and its white flowers with purple stripes.

Uses & Benefits

Masdevallia laevis is an ornamental plant, grown for its attractive flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Masdevallia laevis flower is a small, tubular bloom with a yellow-green color and a white lip. It has a pleasant scent. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, upright stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Masdevallia laevis is a species of orchid native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It grows in humid montane forests at elevations of 1500–3000 m. It is a small epiphyte with a short rhizome and thin roots. It prefers bright light and high humidity. Propagation is done by division of the rhizome or by seed.

Where to Find Masdevallia laevis

Masdevallia laevis is native to the cloud forests of Peru.

Masdevallia laevis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Masdevallia laevis?

Masdevallia laevis

What is the family of Masdevallia laevis?

Orchidaceae

What is the origin of Masdevallia laevis?

Colombia

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-121499: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.