Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
strobelii
ID:
238356

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.R.Sweet & Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Amer. Orchid Soc. Bull. 35: 377 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000237688



Common Names

  • Masdevallia Strobelii
  • Strobelii Masdevallia
  • Masdevallia Plant


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Description

Masdevallia strobelii (also called Strobel's Masdevallia, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It has bright yellow flowers with a long, thin, curved lip. The plant grows in humid, shady areas and prefers to be mounted on a tree or other support.

Uses & Benefits

Masdevallia strobelii is used in ornamental gardening and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Masdevallia strobelii is small and tubular, with a white and yellowish-green coloration. Its seed is round and black, and its seedlings are small and fragile.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Masdevallia strobelii is a tropical epiphytic orchid that can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers a well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter. Propagation is usually done by division or tissue culture. Division should be done when the plant is actively growing and the divisions should be planted in a warm, moist environment. Tissue culture can be done by taking small pieces of the plant and placing them in a sterile environment with a nutrient-rich medium.

Where to Find Masdevallia strobelii

Masdevallia strobelii can be found in the Andes Mountains of Peru and Ecuador.

Masdevallia strobelii FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Masdevallia strobelii?

The optimal temperature for Masdevallia strobelii is between 18-24°C (64-75°F)

What is the optimal humidity for Masdevallia strobelii?

The optimal humidity for Masdevallia strobelii is between 50-80%

What is the optimal light for Masdevallia strobelii?

The optimal light for Masdevallia strobelii is bright, indirect light

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-121857: Based on the initial data import
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.
Herman Royden Sweet (1909-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.R.Sweet' in the authors string.