Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
caladenia
ID:
1334295

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Standl.) Gagnon & G.P.Lewis

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys71: 119 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346749





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Description

Erythrostemon caladenia (also called 'Caladenia Erythrostemon', among many other common names) is a shrub species native to Mexico. It has short, thin stems, and its leaves are lanceolate and pointed. It grows in humid, shady forests, often near streams.

Uses & Benefits

Erythrostemon caladenia is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erythrostemon caladenia has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The flowers are held on tall stems and bloom in the summer. The seeds are small and black and held in a capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erythrostemon caladenia is a shrub native to Mexico. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-prepared seedbed. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Erythrostemon caladenia

Erythrostemon caladenia is native to Mexico.

Erythrostemon caladenia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erythrostemon caladenia?

Erythrostemon caladenia

What is the common name of Erythrostemon caladenia?

Caladenia Erythrostemon

What is the natural habitat of Erythrostemon caladenia?

It is found in rainforest habitats in Costa Rica and Panama

Species in the Erythrostemon genus

Erythrostemon gilliesii, Erythrostemon calycinus, Erythrostemon gilliesii, Erythrostemon fimbriatus, Erythrostemon hughesii, Erythrostemon melanadenius, Erythrostemon mexicanus, Erythrostemon nicaraguensis, Erythrostemon oyamae, Erythrostemon acapulcensis, Erythrostemon angulatus, Erythrostemon argentinus, Erythrostemon caladenia, Erythrostemon caudatus, Erythrostemon coluteifolius, Erythrostemon exilifolius, Erythrostemon exostemma, Erythrostemon glandulosus, Erythrostemon hintonii, Erythrostemon laxus, Erythrostemon palmeri, Erythrostemon phyllanthoides, Erythrostemon yucatanensis, Erythrostemon macvaughii, Erythrostemon nelsonii, Erythrostemon pannosus, Erythrostemon placidus, Erythrostemon standleyi, Erythrostemon robinsonianus, Erythrostemon coulterioides, Erythrostemon coccineus, Erythrostemon epifanioi, Erythrostemon guevarafeferi, Erythrostemon sousanus,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Gwilym Peter Lewis (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.P.Lewis' in the authors string.
Edeline Gagnon: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gagnon' in the authors string.