Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
venezuelana
ID:
284290

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr.) W.E.Higgins

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 82: 381 (1997 publ. 1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000283622



Common Names

  • Prosthechea Venezuelana
  • Venezuelan Orchid
  • Venezuelan Slipper Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Anacheilium venezuelanum (Schltr.) Withner & P.A.Harding [unknown]
  • Encyclia venezuelana (Schltr.) Dressler [unknown]
  • Epidendrum venezuelanum Schltr. [unknown]

Description

Prosthechea venezuelana (also called Venezuelan Butterfly Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central America and the Caribbean. It has a single, thin, upright stem with a single, large, bright yellow flower. The flower has three petals and three sepals, and a long, thin, white lip. It is found in humid forests and on the edges of rivers and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Prosthechea venezuelana 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 a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Prosthechea venezuelana is yellow with a white lip. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Prosthechea venezuelana is a species of orchid native to South America. It is an epiphytic orchid, growing in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division of the rhizome or by seed. Cultivation is best done in a well-draining medium, such as a mix of peat moss and perlite. It prefers bright, indirect light and temperatures between 65-85°F. It should be watered regularly, but allowed to dry out between waterings.

Where to Find Prosthechea venezuelana

Prosthechea venezuelana is native to Central America, from Mexico to Panama.

Prosthechea venezuelana FAQ

What is the common name of Prosthechea venezuelana?

Venezuelan Encyclia

What is the natural habitat of Prosthechea venezuelana?

Tropical and subtropical forests of Central and South America

What is the flower color of Prosthechea venezuelana?

White or yellow

Species in the Prosthechea genus

Prosthechea abbreviata, Prosthechea aemula, Prosthechea alagoensis, Prosthechea allemanii, Prosthechea allemanoides, Prosthechea aloisii, Prosthechea baculus, Prosthechea bennettii, Prosthechea bicamerata, Prosthechea boothiana, Prosthechea brachiata, Prosthechea brachychila, Prosthechea brassavolae, Prosthechea bulbosa, Prosthechea caetensis, Prosthechea calamaria, Prosthechea campos-portoi, Prosthechea campylostalix, Prosthechea carrii, Prosthechea chacaoensis, Prosthechea chimborazoensis, Prosthechea chondylobulbon, Prosthechea christyana, Prosthechea citrina, Prosthechea cochleata, Prosthechea concolor, Prosthechea cretacea, Prosthechea faresiana, Prosthechea fausta, Prosthechea favoris, Prosthechea fortunae, Prosthechea fragrans, Prosthechea garciana, Prosthechea ghiesbreghtiana, Prosthechea gilbertoi, Prosthechea glauca, Prosthechea glumacea, Prosthechea grammatoglossa, Prosthechea greenwoodiana, Prosthechea hajekii, Prosthechea hartwegii, Prosthechea hastata, Prosthechea ionocentra, Prosthechea ionophlebia, Prosthechea jauana, Prosthechea kautskyi, Prosthechea lambda, Prosthechea lindenii, Prosthechea livida, Prosthechea magnispatha,

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-165895: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Wesley Ervin Higgins (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.E.Higgins' in the authors string.