Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
xerophyticum
ID:
243342

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Soto Arenas, Salazar & Hágsater) V.A.Albert & M.W.Chase

Source:
wcs

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 7: 174 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000242674



Common Names

  • Mexipedium xerophyticum
  • Xerophyticum Orchid
  • Xerophyticum


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Synonyms

  • Paphiopedilum xerophyticum (Soto Arenas, Salazar & Hágsater) V.A.Albert & Börge Pett. [unknown]
  • Phragmipedium xerophyticum Soto Arenas, Salazar & Hágsater [unknown]

Description

Mexipedium xerophyticum (also called xerophytic slipper orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Mexico. It is a terrestrial orchid with a single stem and a single leaf. It grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Mexipedium xerophyticum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a wide range of medicinal uses, including treating skin diseases, wounds, and infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mexipedium xerophyticum has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mexipedium xerophyticum is a species of orchid native to Mexico. It is a slow-growing species that prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. It is propagated from seed, which should be sown on the surface of a moist, sterile medium. Once planted, the seed should be kept moist until germination occurs, which can take up to 6 months.

Where to Find Mexipedium xerophyticum

Mexipedium xerophyticum is a species of flowering orchid native to Mexico. It can be found in dry, rocky areas and scrubland.

Mexipedium xerophyticum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mexipedium Xerophyticum?

Mexipedium Xerophyticum

What is the common name of Mexipedium Xerophyticum?

Xerophytic Slipper Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Mexipedium Xerophyticum?

Tropical rainforests in Central America

Species in the Mexipedium genus

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-126639: Based on the initial data import
Gerardo A. Salazar (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salazar' in the authors string.
Miguel Ángel Soto Arenas (1963-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soto Arenas' in the authors string.
Eric Hágsater (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hágsater' in the authors string.
Mark W. Chase (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.W.Chase' in the authors string.
Victor Anthony Albert (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.A.Albert' in the authors string.