Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
segregatifolia
ID:
1333976

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ames & C.Schweinf.) Karremans

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 272: 31 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346430



Common Names

  • Muscarella segregatifolia
  • Segregatifolia Muscarella
  • Segregatifolia's Muscarella


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Description

Muscarella segregatifolia (also called 'Segregatifolia Muscarella', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical regions of South America. It has bright green foliage and white flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial to full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Muscarella segregatifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Muscarella segregatifolia is a small, white spathe with a yellow spadix. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Muscarella segregatifolia is a tropical terrestrial orchid native to Central and South America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It prefers a well-drained, humus-rich soil and should be kept moist but not wet. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown on a moist, well-drained medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Muscarella segregatifolia

Muscarella segregatifolia is native to Colombia.

Muscarella segregatifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Muscarella segregatifolia?

Muscarella segregatifolia

What is the common name of Muscarella segregatifolia?

Segregated-leaved Muscarella

What is the natural habitat of Muscarella segregatifolia?

It is native to South America and is found in moist forests and grassy slopes

Species in the Muscarella genus

Muscarella ancora, Muscarella aristata, Muscarella catoxys, Muscarella cestrochila, Muscarella claviculata, Muscarella clavigera, Muscarella coeloglossa, Muscarella corynetes, Muscarella cynocephala, Muscarella delicatula, Muscarella echinodes, Muscarella exesilabia, Muscarella fimbriata, Muscarella fuchsii, Muscarella furcatipetala, Muscarella gongylodes, Muscarella helenae, Muscarella herpestes, Muscarella ichthyonekys, Muscarella infinita, Muscarella intonsa, Muscarella kennedyi, Muscarella latilabris, Muscarella lipothrix, Muscarella llamachoi, Muscarella longilabris, Muscarella macroblepharis, Muscarella marginata, Muscarella megalops, Muscarella oblonga, Muscarella perangusta, Muscarella quinqueseta, Muscarella rojohniii, Muscarella samacensis, Muscarella schudelii, Muscarella semperflorens, Muscarella sibatensis, Muscarella strumosa, Muscarella stumpflei, Muscarella tamboensis, Muscarella tempestalis, Muscarella trullifera, Muscarella tsubotae, Muscarella villosilabia, Muscarella werneri, Muscarella xanthella, Muscarella xyloura, Muscarella zephyrina, Muscarella cabellensis, Muscarella mucronata,

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

Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.
Charles Schweinfurth (1890-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Schweinf.' in the authors string.
Adam P. Karremans (b.1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Karremans' in the authors string.