Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
acrochordonia
ID:
237519

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Xenia Orchid. 2: 213 (1874)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000236851

Common Names

  • Masdevallia acrochordonia
  • Acrochordonia Masdevallia
  • Acrochordonia Masdevallia Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Masdevallia ephippium acrochordonia (Rchb.f.) Woolward [unknown]
  • Alaticaulia acrochordonia (Rchb.f.) Luer [unknown]

Description

Masdevallia acrochordonia (also called Hairy Masdevallia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to the Mascarene Islands and is found in wet forests. It is a small epiphytic plant with short stems and white flowers covered in hairs.

Uses & Benefits

Masdevallia acrochordonia has been used for its medicinal properties, such as to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments. It has also been used as a dye for fabrics and as a food preservative.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Masdevallia acrochordonia has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Masdevallia acrochordonia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can withstand temperatures as low as -20°C. It can be propagated by seed or division.

Where to Find Masdevallia acrochordonia

Masdevallia acrochordonia is native to tropical rainforests in Central and South America.

Masdevallia acrochordonia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Masdevallia acrochordonia?

Masdevallia acrochordonia

What are the common names of Masdevallia acrochordonia?

Acrochordon Masdevallia

What is the natural habitat of Masdevallia acrochordonia?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Masdevallia genus

Masdevallia abbreviata, Masdevallia acrochordonia, Masdevallia adamsii, Masdevallia adrianae, Masdevallia aenigma, Masdevallia agaster, Masdevallia aguirrei, Masdevallia albella, Masdevallia alexandri, Masdevallia alismifolia, Masdevallia alvaroi, Masdevallia amabilis, Masdevallia amaluzae, Masdevallia amanda, Masdevallia amoena, Masdevallia amplexa, Masdevallia ampullacea, Masdevallia anceps, Masdevallia andreettana, Masdevallia anemone, Masdevallia anfracta, Masdevallia angulata, Masdevallia angulifera, Masdevallia anisomorpha, Masdevallia antonii, Masdevallia aphanes, Masdevallia apparitio, Masdevallia arangoi, Masdevallia ariasii, Masdevallia arminii, Masdevallia assurgens, Masdevallia asterotricha, Masdevallia atahualpa, Masdevallia attenuata, Masdevallia audax, Masdevallia aurea, Masdevallia aurorae, Masdevallia ayabacana, Masdevallia bangii, Masdevallia barlaeana, Masdevallia belua, Masdevallia bennettii, Masdevallia berthae, Masdevallia bicolor, Masdevallia bicornis, Masdevallia biflora, Masdevallia boliviensis, Masdevallia bonplandii, Masdevallia bottae, Masdevallia bourdetteana,

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,

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