Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
mandarina
ID:
470914

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Luer & R.Escobar) Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 87: 857 (2002).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000470246



Common Names

  • Masdevallia Mandarina
  • Mandarina Masdevallia
  • Masdevallia


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Synonyms

  • Masdevallia xanthina mandarina Luer & R.Escobar [unknown]

Description

Masdevallia mandarina (also called 'Mandarina's Masdevallia', among many other common names) is a small, perennial epiphyte with a single, erect stem and a few, alternate, leathery leaves. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador and Peru and usually found in cloud forests at elevations of 1,000-2,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Masdevallia mandarina is used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, cold, and cough. It is also used as a food source and for making traditional crafts.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Masdevallia mandarina is a deep purple color and is shaped like a bell. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Masdevallia mandarina is a tropical orchid that is native to South America. It is an epiphytic orchid, meaning that it grows on other plants or trees. It is easy to cultivate and propagate, as it can be grown from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium, such as bark or sphagnum moss. The cuttings should be taken from healthy plants, and they should be planted in a well-draining medium. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment, with bright indirect light.

Where to Find Masdevallia mandarina

Masdevallia mandarina can be found in the Andes Mountains in Peru, Ecuador, and Colombia.

Masdevallia mandarina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Masdevallia mandarina?

Masdevallia mandarina

What type of plant is Masdevallia mandarina?

Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Masdevallia mandarina?

Tropical cloud forests of Colombia and Ecuador

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-254147: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Rodrigo Escobar (1935-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Escobar' in the authors string.