Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
giganteus
ID:
819438

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.Don

Source:
wcs

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Gen. Hist. 3: 702 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000818772



Common Names

  • Siphocampylus giganteus
  • Giganteus Siphocampylus
  • Siphocampylus Giganteus


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Description

Siphocampylus giganteus (also called Giant Campanula, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It is found in the Andes Mountains in Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia, growing in moist meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands. It has white, bell-shaped flowers and long, narrow leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Siphocampylus giganteus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Siphocampylus giganteus is a white, fragrant, tubular flower with four petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with rounded leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Siphocampylus giganteus is a terrestrial orchid native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The plant prefers a warm, humid climate and should be grown in a well-draining potting mix. It should be watered regularly, but not allowed to become waterlogged. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Siphocampylus giganteus

Siphocampylus giganteus can be found in Mexico and Guatemala.

Siphocampylus giganteus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Siphocampylus giganteus?

Siphocampylus giganteus

What is the common name of Siphocampylus giganteus?

Giganteus Siphocampylus

What is the natural habitat of Siphocampylus giganteus?

It is native to the tropical rainforests of South America

Species in the Siphocampylus genus

Siphocampylus yumuriensis, Siphocampylus platysiphon, Siphocampylus asplundii, Siphocampylus splendens, Siphocampylus oscitans, Siphocampylus yerbalensis, Siphocampylus scandens, Siphocampylus longior, Siphocampylus plegmatocaulis, Siphocampylus praevaricator, Siphocampylus adhaerens, Siphocampylus ambivalens, Siphocampylus ayersiae, Siphocampylus sanchezii, Siphocampylus fallax, Siphocampylus rictus, Siphocampylus smilax, Siphocampylus angustiflorus, Siphocampylus amoenus, Siphocampylus amalfiensis, Siphocampylus albus, Siphocampylus apricus, Siphocampylus arachnes, Siphocampylus funiculosus, Siphocampylus furax, Siphocampylus giganteus, Siphocampylus glaber, Siphocampylus glareosus, Siphocampylus albiguttur, Siphocampylus bogotensis, Siphocampylus williamsii, Siphocampylus biserratus, Siphocampylus bilabiatus, Siphocampylus bichromatus, Siphocampylus betulifolius, Siphocampylus antioquianus, Siphocampylus benthamianus, Siphocampylus baracoensis, Siphocampylus avicularis, Siphocampylus aurocinctus, Siphocampylus aureus, Siphocampylus attenuatus, Siphocampylus argutus, Siphocampylus argentinus, Siphocampylus isochilus, Siphocampylus jelskii, Siphocampylus keissleri, Siphocampylus krauseanus, Siphocampylus affinis, Siphocampylus goebelii,

Species in the Campanulaceae family

Adenophora amurica, Adenophora brevidiscifera, Adenophora capillaris, Adenophora changaica, Adenophora coelestis, Adenophora contracta, Adenophora cordifolia, Adenophora divaricata, Adenophora elata, Adenophora fusifolia, Adenophora gmelinii, Adenophora golubinzevaeana, Adenophora grandiflora, Adenophora hatsushimae, Adenophora himalayana, Adenophora hubeiensis, Adenophora izuensis, Adenophora jacutica, Adenophora jasionifolia, Adenophora khasiana, Adenophora lamarkii, Adenophora liliifolia, Adenophora liliifolioides, Adenophora lobophylla, Adenophora longipedicellata, Adenophora maximowicziana, Adenophora micrantha, Adenophora morrisonensis, Adenophora nikoensis, Adenophora ningxianica, Adenophora palustris, Adenophora pereskiifolia, Adenophora petiolata, Adenophora pinifolia, Adenophora polyantha, Adenophora potaninii, Adenophora probatovae, Adenophora remotidens, Adenophora remotiflora, Adenophora rupestris, Adenophora rupincola, Adenophora sinensis, Adenophora stenanthina, Adenophora stenophylla, Adenophora stricta, Adenophora sublata, Adenophora takedai, Adenophora tashiroi, Adenophora taurica, Adenophora trachelioides,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-356562: Based on the initial data import
George Don (1798-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Don' in the authors string.