Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
lobulata
ID:
246874

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 8: 456 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000246206



Common Names

  • Mormodes Lobulata
  • Lobulate Mormodes
  • Lobulate Orchid


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Description

Mormodes lobulata (also called Lobed 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 lobulata 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 lobulata 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 lobulata 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 lobulata

Mormodes lobulata is native to Mexico and Central America.

Mormodes lobulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mormodes lobulata?

Mormodes lobulata

What is the common name of Mormodes lobulata?

Lobed mormodes

What is the natural habitat of Mormodes lobulata?

Mormodes lobulata 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,

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