Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
capitata
ID:
580848

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Moq.) Hook.f.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1880

Citation Micro:
Gen. Pl. 3: 35 (1880)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000580180



Common Names

  • Calicorema capitata
  • Capitate Calicorema
  • Capitate Air Plant


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Description

Calicorema capitata (also called 'Capitate Calicorema', among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in South America. It has a single leaf and a single flower, with a labellum that is white or cream-coloured and has a yellow or orange centre. It grows in open forests and woodlands, and is found in the countries of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Uses & Benefits

Calicorema capitata is a popular houseplant and is used for its ornamental foliage. It is also used as a natural air purifier and can help to reduce indoor air pollution.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calicorema capitata has white, star-shaped flowers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calicorema capitata is an epiphytic orchid that grows in dry, rocky soils. It is native to tropical regions of the world. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Calicorema capitata

Calicorema capitata can be found in the Mexican states of Guerrero and Oaxaca.

Calicorema capitata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calicorema capitata?

Calicorema capitata

What is the common name of Calicorema capitata?

Capitate calicorema

What type of plant is Calicorema capitata?

Perennial herb

Species in the Calicorema genus

Species in the Amaranthaceae family

Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2691846: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Christian Horace Benedict Alfred Moquin-Tandon (1804-1863): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moq.' in the authors string.