Humboldt's orchid

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Found in Colombia.

🇨🇴 Colombia

Conservation Status

EX Extinct

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Pflanzen)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Asparagales (Spargelartige)

Family

Orchidaceae

Genus

Myrmecophila

Species

Myrmecophila humboldtii (Humboldt's orchid)

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Banana Orchid

Myrmecophila thomsoniana

Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Humboldt's orchid?

The scientific name of Humboldt's orchid is Myrmecophila humboldtii. It belongs to the genus Myrmecophila.

What is the conservation status of Humboldt's orchid?

Humboldt's orchid (Myrmecophila humboldtii) is classified as Extinct by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Humboldt's orchid live?

Humboldt's orchid is found in Found in Colombia.. Countries include Colombia.

What family does Humboldt's orchid belong to?

Humboldt's orchid (Myrmecophila humboldtii) belongs to the genus Myrmecophila, which is part of the taxonomic family Orchidaceae.

What kingdom does Humboldt's orchid belong to?

Humboldt's orchid (Myrmecophila humboldtii) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).

What are the closest relatives of Humboldt's orchid?

The closest relatives of Humboldt's orchid in the genus Myrmecophila include Banana Orchid.