Status:
valid
Authors:
P.Ortiz
Source:
wcs
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 24: 4 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000796777
Common Names
- Masdevallia wuellneri
- Wuellneri Masdevallia
- Wuellner's Masdevallia
Description
Masdevallia wuellneri (also called Wuellner's Masdevallia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Central and South America and is found in humid forests. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers with yellow and purple markings.
Uses & Benefits
Masdevallia wuellneri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Masdevallia wuellneri is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, light green, and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Masdevallia wuellneri is a small epiphytic orchid that grows up to 15 cm in height. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Divisions should be made in spring or summer and potted in a well-drained medium. It prefers bright indirect light and high humidity.
Where to Find Masdevallia wuellneri
Masdevallia wuellneri is native to South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests and woodlands.
Masdevallia wuellneri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Masdevallia wuellneri?
Masdevallia wuellneri
What is the common name of Masdevallia wuellneri?
Masdevallia
What is the natural habitat of Masdevallia wuellneri?
Tropical forests
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,