Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
livida
ID:
306052

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
Beih. Bot. Centralbl. 36(2): 457 (1918)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000305384



Common Names

  • Livida Orchid
  • Scaphyglottis Orchid
  • Livida Cattleya


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Synonyms

  • Isochilus dubius A.Rich. & Galeotti [unknown]
  • Isochilus lividus Lindl. [unknown]
  • Leaoa monophylla Schltr. & Porto [unknown]
  • Leaoa reedii (Rchb.f.) Garay [unknown]
  • Pachystele dubia Schltr. [unknown]
  • Pachystele livida (Lindl.) Brieger [unknown]
  • Pachystelis dubia (A.Rich. & Galeotti) Rauschert [unknown]
  • Pachystelis livida (Lindl.) Rauschert [unknown]
  • Ponera dubia Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Scaphyglottis dubia Benth. & Hook.f. ex Hemsl. [unknown]
  • Scaphyglottis purpusii Schltr. [unknown]
  • Scaphyglottis reedii (Rchb.f.) Ames [unknown]
  • Scaphyglottis sessilis (Rchb.f.) Foldats [unknown]
  • Hexadesmia monophylla Barb.Rodr. [unknown]
  • Hexadesmia reedii Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Hexadesmia sessilis Rchb.f. [unknown]

Description

Scaphyglottis livida (also called Livid Scaphyglottis, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central and South America. It is a small epiphytic orchid, with thin, branching stems and small, fragrant flowers. It typically grows on trees in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Scaphyglottis livida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for birds and other wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Scaphyglottis livida is a small, yellow-green cup-shaped flower with a white center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, upright stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scaphyglottis livida is a terrestrial orchid that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers a warm, humid climate and partial shade. It should be planted in well-draining, acidic soil and watered regularly. Fertilize once a month with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Scaphyglottis livida

Scaphyglottis livida is native to Central America and can be found in Costa Rica, Nicaragua, and Panama.

Scaphyglottis livida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scaphyglottis livida?

Scaphyglottis livida

What is the natural habitat of Scaphyglottis livida?

Tropical forests of Central and South America

What is the average size of Scaphyglottis livida?

2-3 cm in diameter

Species in the Scaphyglottis genus

Scaphyglottis acostaei, Scaphyglottis amparoana, Scaphyglottis arctata, Scaphyglottis atwoodii, Scaphyglottis aurea, Scaphyglottis behrii, Scaphyglottis bicallosa, Scaphyglottis bicornis, Scaphyglottis bifida, Scaphyglottis bilineata, Scaphyglottis boliviensis, Scaphyglottis caricalensis, Scaphyglottis chlorantha, Scaphyglottis chocoana, Scaphyglottis condorana, Scaphyglottis conferta, Scaphyglottis confusa, Scaphyglottis corallorrhiza, Scaphyglottis crurigera, Scaphyglottis densa, Scaphyglottis dunstervillei, Scaphyglottis fasciculata, Scaphyglottis felskyi, Scaphyglottis fusiformis, Scaphyglottis geminata, Scaphyglottis gentryi, Scaphyglottis gigantea, Scaphyglottis graminifolia, Scaphyglottis grandiflora, Scaphyglottis hirtzii, Scaphyglottis hondurensis, Scaphyglottis jimenezii, Scaphyglottis laevilabium, Scaphyglottis leucantha, Scaphyglottis limonensis, Scaphyglottis lindeniana, Scaphyglottis livida, Scaphyglottis longicaulis, Scaphyglottis mesocopis, Scaphyglottis michelangeliorum, Scaphyglottis micrantha, Scaphyglottis minutiflora, Scaphyglottis modesta, Scaphyglottis monspirrae, Scaphyglottis pachybulbon, Scaphyglottis panamensis, Scaphyglottis prolifera, Scaphyglottis propinqua, Scaphyglottis pulchella, Scaphyglottis punctulata,

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