Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
muscifera
ID:
296329

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f. ex Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Fol. Orchid. 8: 7 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000295661



Common Names

  • Restrepia muscifera
  • Muscifera Restrepia
  • Muscifera Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Pleurothallis dayana (Rchb.f.) L.O.Williams [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis muscifera Lindl. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis xanthophthalma (Rchb.f.) L.O.Williams [unknown]
  • Restrepia dayana Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Restrepia lansbergii Hook. [illegitimate]
  • Restrepia muscifera shuttleworthii (Rolfe) H.Mohr [unknown]
  • Restrepia powellii Schltr. [unknown]
  • Restrepia shuttleworthii Rolfe [unknown]
  • Restrepia tonduzii Schltr. [unknown]
  • Restrepia xanthophthalma Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Restrepia muscifera dayana (Rchb.f.) O.Gruss & M.Wolff [unknown]

Description

Restrepia muscifera (also called Musciferous Restrepia, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to the tropical Andes of Colombia and Ecuador. It grows in humid montane forests at elevations of 1,400-2,400 m. It has a short, creeping rhizome and small, musciferous leaves. The flowers are small and white, with a yellow lip.

Uses & Benefits

Restrepia muscifera is used in the horticultural industry as an ornamental plant. It has a wide variety of colors and shapes, making it a popular choice for terrariums and other decorative displays. It is also used as an air purifier, as it is known to absorb toxins from the air.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Restrepia muscifera has small, white flowers with yellow centers and a pleasant scent. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Restrepia muscifera can be propagated through division or by seed. It requires a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light and plenty of air circulation. The soil should be kept moist, but not soggy. Fertilize regularly during the growing season.

Where to Find Restrepia muscifera

Restrepia muscifera is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It can be found in humid montane forests at elevations of 1000-2500 m.

Restrepia muscifera FAQ

What is the ideal temperature range for Restrepia muscifera?

Restrepia muscifera prefers temperatures between 18-24°C.

What type of light does Restrepia muscifera need?

Restrepia muscifera prefers bright, indirect light.

How often should Restrepia muscifera be watered?

Restrepia muscifera should be watered every 7-10 days, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Species in the Restrepia genus

Restrepia aberrans, Restrepia antennifera, Restrepia aristulifera, Restrepia aspasicensium, Restrepia brachypus, Restrepia chameleon, Restrepia chocoensis, Restrepia chrysoglossa, Restrepia citrina, Restrepia cloesii, Restrepia condorensis, Restrepia contorta, Restrepia cuprea, Restrepia cymbula, Restrepia dodsonii, Restrepia echinata, Restrepia echo, Restrepia elegans, Restrepia ephippium, Restrepia escobariana, Restrepia falkenbergii, Restrepia flosculata, Restrepia guttulata, Restrepia iris, Restrepia jesupiana, Restrepia lansbergii, Restrepia limbata, Restrepia mendozae, Restrepia metae, Restrepia mohrii, Restrepia muscifera, Restrepia nittiorhyncha, Restrepia pandurata, Restrepia pelyx, Restrepia piperitosa, Restrepia purpurea, Restrepia radulifera, Restrepia renzii, Restrepia roseola, Restrepia sanguinea, Restrepia schizosepala, Restrepia seketii, Restrepia tabeae, Restrepia teaguei, Restrepia trichoglossa, Restrepia tsubotae, Restrepia vasquezii, Restrepia wageneri, Restrepia portillae, Restrepia howei,

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-177461: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.