Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pileata
ID:
238185

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & Würstle

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Orchideeën 48: 50 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000237517



Common Names

  • Masdevallia Pileata
  • Pileata Orchid
  • Pileata Masdevallia


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Description

Masdevallia pileata (also called 'Helmet Masdevallia', 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 pileata 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 pileata 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 pileata is an epiphytic orchid that grows in humid, warm climates. It is best grown in a well-draining, organic medium such as sphagnum moss or bark. It should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly. Propagation is done through division of the plant.

Where to Find Masdevallia pileata

Masdevallia pileata can be found in Peru.

Masdevallia pileata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Masdevallia pileata?

Masdevallia pileata

What type of plant is Masdevallia pileata?

Orchid

Where is Masdevallia pileata 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-121700: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Berthold Würstle: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Würstle' in the authors string.