Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
peristeria
ID:
238165

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , n.s., 1: 500 (1874)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000237497



Common Names

  • Peristeria Masdevallia
  • Masdevallia Peristeria
  • Peristeria's Masdevallia


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Synonyms

  • Masdevallia ellipes Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Masdevallia haematosticta Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Masdevallia peristeria haematosticta (Rchb.f.) Luer [unknown]
  • Byrsella peristeria (Rchb.f.) Luer [unknown]
  • Masdevallia peristeria peristeria [unknown]

Description

Masdevallia peristeria (also called 'Dove Orchid', among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid with a short stem and a single, oblong leaf. It is native to Colombia and Ecuador and grows in humid montane forests at elevations of 1000-2500 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Masdevallia peristeria has been used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation and skin diseases. It is also used as a dye and for making paper.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Masdevallia peristeria is a small, white, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a hard outer shell. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Masdevallia peristeria is a species of orchid native to Peru. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It requires warm temperatures and high humidity, and should be grown in a well-draining medium. It should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly.

Where to Find Masdevallia peristeria

Masdevallia peristeria can be found in Peru.

Masdevallia peristeria FAQ

What is the scientific name of Masdevallia peristeria?

Masdevallia peristeria

What type of plant is Masdevallia peristeria?

Orchid

Where is Masdevallia peristeria native to?

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