Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
echinatum
ID:
810060

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aver. & Averyanova

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Komarovia 4: 29 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000809394



Common Names

  • Orchipedum echinatum
  • Echinatum Orchipedum
  • Echinatum Star Orchid


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Description

Orchipedum echinatum (also called Echinatum Orchipedum, among many other common names) is a small, terrestrial orchid with a single leaf. It is native to India, and is found growing in dry, deciduous forests.

Uses & Benefits

Orchipedum echinatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Orchipedum echinatum has a small, yellow flower with a brown center. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are thin and short.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Orchipedum echinatum is a herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1 m in height. It prefers moist soils and partial shade. Propagation is usually done from seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. Division can also be done in spring.

Where to Find Orchipedum echinatum

Orchipedum echinatum can be found in South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Orchipedum echinatum FAQ

What is the common name of Orchipedum echinatum?

Echinatum Slipper Orchid

What is the native range of Orchipedum echinatum?

Mexico

What is the flowering period of Orchipedum echinatum?

April to June

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-347629: Based on the initial data import
Leonid Averyanov (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aver.' in the authors string.
Anna Leonidovna Averyanova (b.1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Averyanova' in the authors string.