Status:
valid
Authors:
Carnevali & Steyerm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 55: 289 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000305393
Common Names
- Michelangeliorum Orchid
- Scaphyglottis Orchid
- Michelangeliorum Cattleya
Description
Scaphyglottis michelangeliorum (also called Michelangelo's 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 michelangeliorum is used as a traditional medicine for the treatment of fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Scaphyglottis michelangeliorum 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Scaphyglottis michelangeliorum 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 michelangeliorum
Scaphyglottis michelangeliorum is native to Central America and can be found in Costa Rica, Nicaragua, and Panama.
Scaphyglottis michelangeliorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Scaphyglottis michelangeliorum?
Scaphyglottis michelangeliorum
What is the common name of Scaphyglottis michelangeliorum?
Michelangeli's Scaphyglottis
What is the family of Scaphyglottis michelangeliorum?
Orchidaceae
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,