Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
buenaventurae
ID:
1412097

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Szlach. & Kolan.) P.J.Cribb

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Slipper Orchids Trop. Amer. 54. 2017 [Mar 2017]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424562



Common Names

  • Buenaventura's Selenipedium
  • Buenaventurae Selenipedium
  • Buenaventura's Star Orchid


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Description

Selenipedium buenaventurae (also called Buenaventurae Selenipedium, among many other common names) is a perennial epiphytic orchid native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It has a single, leafless stem with small, yellow flowers. It grows in humid forests, often on the branches of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Selenipedium buenaventurae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Selenipedium buenaventurae is yellow and has five petals. The seeds are small and brown in color. The seedlings are thin and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Selenipedium buenaventurae is a tropical plant native to South America. It is an evergreen, perennial shrub that can reach up to 2 feet in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and placed in a warm, moist environment until they root.

Where to Find Selenipedium buenaventurae

Selenipedium buenaventurae can be found in Colombia.

Selenipedium buenaventurae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Selenipedium buenaventurae?

Selenipedium buenaventurae

What is the family of Selenipedium buenaventurae?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Selenipedium buenaventurae?

Buenaventura's Selenipedium

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

Phillip James Cribb (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Cribb' in the authors string.
Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.
Marta Kolanowska (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kolan.' in the authors string.