Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
barrowii
ID:
470865

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 87: 33a (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000470197

Common Names

  • Masdevallia barrowii
  • Barrowii Masdevallia
  • Masdevallia

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Synonyms

  • Alaticaulia barrowii (Luer) Luer [unknown]

Description

Masdevallia barrowii (also called Barrow's masdevallia, among many other common names) is a perennial orchid native to tropical Asia. It has a short, tufted stem and narrow leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas such as grasslands, savannas, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Masdevallia barrowii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Masdevallia barrowii has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Masdevallia barrowii is an epiphytic orchid. It can be propagated by division of the pseudobulbs or by seed. The plant prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Masdevallia barrowii

Masdevallia barrowii can be found in the cloud forests of Colombia and Ecuador.

Masdevallia barrowii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Masdevallia barrowii?

Masdevallia barrowii

What type of plant is Masdevallia barrowii?

Masdevallia barrowii is an epiphytic orchid.

Where does Masdevallia barrowii grow?

Masdevallia barrowii grows in humid, tropical areas in Central and South America.

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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