Epistephium araracuarae - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
araracuarae
ID:
1327608
Status:
valid
Authors:
Szlach., Mytnik & Baranow
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Orchidee (Hamburg) 64: 17 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340062
Common Names
- Epistephium Araracuarae
- Araracuara Epistephium
- Araracuara
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Epistephium araracuarae (also called Araracuara's epistephium, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that can reach up to 20 cm in height. It is native to South America, and is found in tropical rainforest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Epistephium araracuarae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its essential oils, which are used in aromatherapy and cosmetics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Epistephium araracuarae has white flowers, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and dark green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Epistephium araracuarae is an evergreen perennial that can grow up to 1m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Epistephium araracuarae
Epistephium araracuarae can be found in Colombia.
Epistephium araracuarae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Epistephium araracuarae?
Epistephium araracuarae
What is the common name of Epistephium araracuarae?
Araracuara Epistephium
What type of plant is Epistephium araracuarae?
It is a species of orchid in the Orchidaceae family.
Species in the Epistephium genus
Epistephium amabile, Epistephium amplexicaule, Epistephium brevicristatum, Epistephium duckei, Epistephium elatum, Epistephium ellipticum, Epistephium frederici-augusti, Epistephium hernandii, Epistephium lamprophyllum, Epistephium laxiflorum, Epistephium lobulosum, Epistephium matogrossense, Epistephium parviflorum, Epistephium portellianum, Epistephium praestans, Epistephium sclerophyllum, Epistephium sessiliflorum, Epistephium speciosum, Epistephium subrepens, Epistephium williamsii, Epistephium garayi, Epistephium kubiyuense, Epistephium epiphyticum, Epistephium rhombilabium, Epistephium trianae, Epistephium araracuarae, Epistephium chironii,
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
Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.
Joanna Mytnik-Ejsmont (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mytnik' in the authors string.
Przemysław Baranow: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baranow' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77141003-1: Based on the initial data import