Status:
valid
Authors:
D.L.Jones
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Orchadian 15: 551 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835551
Common Names
- Eriochilus Magenteus
- Magenteus Eriochilus
- Magenteus Mouse Orchid
Description
Eriochilus magenteus (also called Eriochilus magenteus, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Ecuador. It is a small, epiphytic orchid with bright pink flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is found in humid montane forest habitats at elevations of up to 3,000 metres.
Uses & Benefits
Eriochilus magenteus is used as an ornamental plant, for its timber, and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Eriochilus magenteus is a small, yellowish-green flower with three petals. The seed is a small, black, globose capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and a few small, oblong leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Eriochilus magenteus is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in containers. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn and by seed in spring.
Where to Find Eriochilus magenteus
Eriochilus magenteus can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Species in the Eriochilus genus
Eriochilus petricola,
Eriochilus helonomos,
Eriochilus pulchellus,
Eriochilus valens,
Eriochilus magenteus,
Eriochilus cucullatus,
Eriochilus dilatatus,
Eriochilus scaber,
Eriochilus tenuis,
Eriochilus collinus,
Eriochilus paludosus,
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,