Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
wetzelii
ID:
1327228

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer & Sijm

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 17: 358 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339682



Common Names

  • Wetzelii Masdevallia
  • Masdevallia Orchid
  • Masdevallia Flower


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Description

Masdevallia wetzelii (also called Wetzel's Masdevallia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Colombia. It has small, yellow flowers with purple spots and long, narrow leaves. It grows in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Masdevallia wetzelii is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Masdevallia wetzelii has small, white flowers with yellowish-green sepals and petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have long, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Masdevallia wetzelii is a fast-growing epiphytic orchid that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is best propagated from seeds or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or autumn and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Masdevallia wetzelii

Masdevallia wetzelii can be found in the tropical rainforests of Ecuador.

Masdevallia wetzelii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Masdevallia wetzelii?

Masdevallia wetzelii

What type of plant is Masdevallia wetzelii?

It is an orchid

Where is Masdevallia wetzelii native to?

It is native to Mexico

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

Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Anton P. Sijm: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sijm' in the authors string.