Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
livingstoneana
ID:
237995

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f. & Roezl

Source:
wcs

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , n.s., 2: 322 (1874)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000237327



Common Names

  • Masdevallia Livingstoneana
  • Livingstoneana Masdevallia
  • Livingstoneana Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Masdevallia panamensis Ames [unknown]
  • Scaphosepalum panamense Schltr. [unknown]
  • Acinopetala livingstoneana (Rchb.f. & Roezl) Luer [unknown]

Description

Masdevallia livingstoneana (also called 'Livingstoneana 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 1,800–3,000 m. It is a small epiphyte with an erect stem and two to three leaves. The flowers are yellow with a red lip.

Uses & Benefits

Masdevallia livingstoneana 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 flower of Masdevallia livingstoneana is a small, tubular bloom with a yellow-green color and a red-purple center. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Masdevallia livingstoneana 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 livingstoneana

Masdevallia livingstoneana is native to the cloud forests of Peru.

Masdevallia livingstoneana FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Masdevallia livingstoneana?

Masdevallia livingstoneana prefers temperatures between 55-65°F (13-18°C)

What type of soil does Masdevallia livingstoneana prefer?

Masdevallia livingstoneana prefers a well-draining potting mix that is high in organic matter.

What type of light does Masdevallia livingstoneana need?

Masdevallia livingstoneana prefers bright, indirect light.

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-121529: Based on the initial data import
Benedikt Roezl (1823-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roezl' in the authors string.
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.