Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
roseogena
ID:
1332717

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dalström & Ruíz Pérez

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Lankesteriana 15: 146 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345171



Common Names

  • Masdevallia roseogena
  • Roseogena Masdevallia
  • Masdevallia veitchiana


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Description

Masdevallia roseogena (also called Masdevallia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is found in Ecuador and Peru. It grows in wet montane forests at elevations of 1,800–2,400 m.

Uses & Benefits

Masdevallia roseogena is a popular ornamental houseplant due to its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Masdevallia roseogena has small, white, bell-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Masdevallia roseogena is a tropical plant that is native to the Caribbean and Central America. It is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a warm, moist environment.

Where to Find Masdevallia roseogena

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

Masdevallia roseogena FAQ

What is the scientific name of Masdevallia roseogena?

Masdevallia roseogena

What are the common names of Masdevallia roseogena?

Common names include Rose-born Masdevallia and Rose-born Masdevallia.

Where is Masdevallia roseogena native to?

Masdevallia roseogena is native to South America, specifically Peru 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

Stig Dalström: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dalström' in the authors string.
Saúl Ruíz Pérez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruíz Pérez' in the authors string.