Masdevallia molossus
Also known as: Buccella molossus (Rchb.f.) Luer +2 more
- Buccella molossus (Rchb.f.) Luer
- Masdevallia antioquiensis F.Lehm. & Kraenzl.
- Masdevallia schmidtchenii Kraenzl.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Orchidaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a epiphyte.
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Masdevallia molossus is an epiphytic orchid belonging to the Orchidaceae family. Found natively in South America, this species is primarily associated with wet tropical conditions. It belongs to the highly diverse genus Masdevallia, which contains over 650 distinct species.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Plant Type
Air Plant
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Colombia