Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ignea
ID:
237926

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. 1871: 1482 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000237258

Common Names

  • Masdevallia Ignea
  • Ignea Masdevallia
  • Masdevallia Flower

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Synonyms

  • Masdevallia ignea citrina Stein [unknown]
  • Masdevallia ignea citrina (Stein) O.Gruss & M.Wolff [unknown]
  • Masdevallia ignea marschalliana Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Masdevallia boddaertii Linden ex André [unknown]
  • Masdevallia ignea boddaertii Linden ex André [unknown]
  • Masdevallia ignea stobartiana Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Masdevallia ignea massangeana B.S.Williams [unknown]
  • Masdevallia ignea hobartii Stein [unknown]
  • Masdevallia ignea coccinea Stein [unknown]
  • Masdevallia ignea splendens Stein [unknown]
  • Masdevallia ignea aurantiaca B.S.Williams [unknown]
  • Masdevallia ignea armeniaca B.S.Williams [unknown]
  • Masdevallia ignea grandiflora B.S.Williams [unknown]
  • Masdevallia ignea pulchra Vuylsteke ex Cogn. [unknown]
  • Masdevallia ignea vuylstekeana Cogn. [unknown]
  • Masdevallia ignea goorii Sander [unknown]
  • Masdevallia ignea rubescens Linden ex Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Masdevallia ignea superba Linden ex Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Masdevallia ignea tomasonii Gentil [unknown]

Description

Masdevallia ignea (also called Ignea Masdevallia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It is found in montane forests, usually at elevations of 1000-3000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Masdevallia ignea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. Its flowers are used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Masdevallia ignea is a small, yellow-green bloom with a white lip. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Masdevallia ignea is a species of orchid native to Colombia and Ecuador. It is a small, epiphytic orchid with a single, erect, slender stem. The plant can be propagated by division or by seed. It requires a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light and regular watering. The plant should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Masdevallia ignea

Masdevallia ignea is native to Peru and can be found in the cloud forests of the Andes Mountains.

Masdevallia ignea FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Masdevallia ignea?

Masdevallia ignea prefers temperatures between 16-21°C (60-70°F)

How much light does Masdevallia ignea need?

Masdevallia ignea prefers bright, indirect light.

How often should Masdevallia ignea be watered?

Water Masdevallia ignea once a week, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

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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