Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
laucheana
ID:
237970

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Fraser

Source:
wcs

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Gard. World 11: 134 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000237302



Common Names

  • Masdevallia Laucheana
  • Laucheana Masdevallia
  • Laucheana Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Acinopetala laucheana (Kraenzl. ex Woolward) Luer [unknown]

Description

Masdevallia laucheana (also called 'Laucheana Masdevallia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the orchid family. It is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It is found in cloud forests at altitudes of 1,500–3,000 m. It is a small epiphyte with an erect stem and two to three leaves. The flowers are white with a yellow lip.

Uses & Benefits

Masdevallia laucheana 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 laucheana 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 laucheana 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 laucheana

Masdevallia laucheana is native to the cloud forests of Peru.

Masdevallia laucheana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Masdevallia laucheana?

Masdevallia laucheana

What is the family of Masdevallia laucheana?

Orchidaceae

What is the origin of Masdevallia laucheana?

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-121505: Based on the initial data import
John Fraser (1854-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Fraser' in the authors string.