Sphyrospermum buxifolium - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
buxifolium
ID:
500289
Status:
valid
Authors:
Poepp. & Endl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1835
Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. Pl. 1: 4 (1835)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000499621
Common Names
- Box-leaved Sphyrospermum
- Sphyrospermum buxifolium
- Buxifolium Sphyrospermum
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- Sphyrospermum roraimae Klotzsch [valid]
- Sophoclesia nummulariifolia Klotzsch [valid]
- Sophoclesia cordifolia oophylla Kuntze [valid]
Description
Sphyrospermum buxifolium (also called Box-Leaved Sphyrospermum, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It has a short stem and two to three leaves. The flowers are small and white, with a yellowish-green labellum. It is found in humid, shady habitats, usually on tree trunks or branches.
Uses & Benefits
Sphyrospermum buxifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sphyrospermum buxifolium has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow centre. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and slender.
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Sphyrospermum buxifolium is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It prefers well-drained soils in a sunny position and is drought tolerant. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a light, well-drained seed raising mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and should be semi-hardwood.
Where to Find Sphyrospermum buxifolium
Sphyrospermum buxifolium can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Sphyrospermum buxifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sphyrospermum buxifolium?
Sphyrospermum buxifolium
What is the common name of Sphyrospermum buxifolium?
No common name
What is the natural habitat of Sphyrospermum buxifolium?
It is found in tropical rainforests of India, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia
Species in the Sphyrospermum genus
Sphyrospermum boekei, Sphyrospermum buesii, Sphyrospermum buxifolium, Sphyrospermum campanulatum, Sphyrospermum cordifolium, Sphyrospermum dissimile, Sphyrospermum distichum, Sphyrospermum ellipticum, Sphyrospermum flaviflorum, Sphyrospermum grandifolium, Sphyrospermum haughtii, Sphyrospermum klotzschianum, Sphyrospermum lanceolatum, Sphyrospermum linearifolium, Sphyrospermum longifolium, Sphyrospermum microphyllum, Sphyrospermum munchiqueense, Sphyrospermum muscicola, Sphyrospermum myrtifolium, Sphyrospermum sessiliflorum, Sphyrospermum sodiroi, Sphyrospermum spruceanum, Sphyrospermum standleyi, Sphyrospermum tuberculatum, Sphyrospermum weberbauerii,
Species in the Ericaceae family
References
Eduard Friedrich Poeppig (1798-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poepp.' in the authors string.
Stephan Endlicher (1804-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Endl.' in the authors string.