Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
kyphonantha
ID:
237960

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.R.Sweet

Source:
wcs

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 26: 44 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000237292

Common Names

  • Masdevallia Kyphonantha
  • Kyphonantha Orchid
  • Kyphonantha Masdevallia

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Synonyms

  • Masdevallia pseudominuta H.R.Sweet [unknown]
  • Triotosiphon kyphonantha (H.R.Sweet) Luer [unknown]

Description

Masdevallia kyphonantha (also called Kyphonantha, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It is found in montane forests at elevations of 1500-3000 meters. It has an upright habit and is characterized by its long, narrow leaves and its yellow flowers with purple stripes.

Uses & Benefits

Masdevallia kyphonantha is an ornamental plant, grown for its attractive flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Masdevallia kyphonantha flower is a small, tubular bloom with a yellow-green color and a white lip. It has a pleasant scent. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, upright stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Masdevallia kyphonantha is a small epiphytic orchid species native to Peru. It is best grown in a humid environment with bright, indirect light. The plant should be watered regularly, about once a week, and fertilized with a balanced orchid fertilizer every other month. Propagation can be done by division, with each division containing at least two growth points. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining, coarse, bark-based medium.

Where to Find Masdevallia kyphonantha

Masdevallia kyphonantha is native to the cloud forests of Peru.

Masdevallia kyphonantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Masdevallia kyphonantha?

Masdevallia kyphonantha

What is the family of Masdevallia kyphonantha?

Orchidaceae

What is the origin of Masdevallia kyphonantha?

Colombia

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-121497: Based on the initial data import
Herman Royden Sweet (1909-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.R.Sweet' in the authors string.