Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
lineata
ID:
246873

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bateman ex Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. 27(Misc.): 52 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000246205



Common Names

  • Mormodes Lineata
  • Lined Mormodes
  • Lined Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Mormodes histrio Linden & Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Catasetum trimerochilum Lem. [unknown]

Description

Mormodes lineata (also called Lined Cat's Ear Orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It has long, thin leaves and yellow-green flowers with a distinctive lip. It grows best in humid, tropical climates and is often found in the canopies of rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Mormodes lineata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mormodes lineata is yellow in color with a red center. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mormodes lineata can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-draining soil and full sun to partial shade. Water regularly during the growing season and reduce watering during the winter. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.

Where to Find Mormodes lineata

Mormodes lineata is native to Mexico and Central America.

Mormodes lineata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mormodes lineata?

Mormodes lineata

What is the common name of Mormodes lineata?

Lined mormodes

What is the natural habitat of Mormodes lineata?

Mormodes lineata is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Mormodes genus

Mormodes andicola, Mormodes andreettae, Mormodes aromatica, Mormodes atropurpurea, Mormodes aurantiaca, Mormodes aurea, Mormodes auriculata, Mormodes badia, Mormodes buccinator, Mormodes calceolata, Mormodes carnevaliana, Mormodes cartonii, Mormodes castroi, Mormodes chrysantha, Mormodes claesiana, Mormodes cogniauxii, Mormodes colossus, Mormodes convolutum, Mormodes cozticxochitl, Mormodes cucumerina, Mormodes dasilvae, Mormodes dayana, Mormodes densiflora, Mormodes elegans, Mormodes ephippilabia, Mormodes escobarii, Mormodes estradae, Mormodes fractiflexa, Mormodes frymirei, Mormodes guentheriana, Mormodes hoehnei, Mormodes hookeri, Mormodes horichii, Mormodes ignea, Mormodes issanensis, Mormodes lancilabris, Mormodes lawrenceana, Mormodes lineata, Mormodes lobulata, Mormodes luxata, Mormodes maculata, Mormodes mejiae, Mormodes morenoi, Mormodes nagelii, Mormodes oberlanderiana, Mormodes oceloteoides, Mormodes oestlundianum, Mormodes orinocoensis, Mormodes pabstiana, Mormodes paraensis,

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-130041: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
James Bateman (1811-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bateman' in the authors string.