Epidendrum patens
West Indian Star Orchid
Also known as: Exophya fuscata Raf.
- Exophya fuscata Raf.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Orchidaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a epiphyte.
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Epidendrum patens (commonly known as West Indian Star Orchid) is an epiphytic orchid within the Orchidaceae family. It is found natively in South America. Within its native range, this species is most commonly linked to wet tropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Plant Type
Air Plant
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Caribbean
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Leeward Is., Windward Is.