Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
popayanensis
ID:
819638

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Pl. Hartw. : 213 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000818972



Common Names

  • Popayanensis Orchid
  • Popayan's Orchid
  • Popayan Orchid


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Description

Siphocampylus popayanensis (also called Popayan 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 pink, bell-shaped flowers and long, narrow leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Siphocampylus popayanensis is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Siphocampylus popayanensis is a yellowish-green color with a white lip. The seed is a small, black, bean-like structure. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Siphocampylus popayanensis is a terrestrial orchid native to South America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate in well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter. It prefers partial shade and needs to be watered regularly. Propagation is done by division or by seed.

Where to Find Siphocampylus popayanensis

Siphocampylus popayanensis is native to Colombia and can be found in humid, tropical forests. It is also widely cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Siphocampylus popayanensis FAQ

What are the common names of Siphocampylus popayanensis?

Popayan Siphocampylus

What is the natural habitat of Siphocampylus popayanensis?

It is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America.

What are the characteristics of Siphocampylus popayanensis?

It is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers and succulent leaves.

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-356744: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.