Epidendrum blancheanum
Acuna's Star Orchid
Also known as: Spathiger roigii Acuña
- Spathiger roigii Acuña
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Orchidaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a epiphyte.
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Epidendrum blancheanum (commonly known as Acuna's star orchid) is an epiphytic orchid belonging to the Orchidaceae family. Originating in South America, this species is primarily associated with wet tropical conditions. It belongs to the highly diverse genus Epidendrum, which contains over 1850 distinct species.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Plant Type
Air Plant
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Caribbean
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Haiti