Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
plynophora
ID:
470946

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 91: 149a (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000470278



Common Names

  • Masdevallia plynophora
  • Plynophora Masdevallia
  • Masdevallia


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Synonyms

  • Alaticaulia plynophora (Luer) Luer [unknown]

Description

Masdevallia plynophora (also called Plynophorous Masdevallia, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to South America. It has a short, creeping rhizome and a single, fleshy, ovate-lanceolate leaf. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in open grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Masdevallia plynophora is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Masdevallia plynophora has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Masdevallia plynophora is an epiphytic orchid native to the Andes Mountains in Peru and Bolivia. It prefers a well-drained, humus-rich soil mix in a shady spot. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a sterile, well-drained medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Masdevallia plynophora

Masdevallia plynophora can be found in the cloud forests of Colombia and Ecuador.

Masdevallia plynophora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Masdevallia plynophora?

Masdevallia plynophora

What is the common name of Masdevallia plynophora?

Plynophora Masdevallia

What type of plant is Masdevallia plynophora?

It is a species of orchid.

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