Status:
valid
Authors:
Hoehne
Source:
cmp
Year:
1958
Citation Micro:
Sellowia 9: 43 (1958)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000604141
Common Names
- Kuhlmannii Chrysothemis
- Kuhlmannii Lily
- Kuhlmannii Flower
Description
Chrysothemis kuhlmannii (also called 'Lemon Orchid', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central and South America. It is a small epiphytic orchid with thin, wiry stems and long, narrow leaves. It has fragrant, yellow-green flowers with a white lip. It grows in humid, tropical forests at elevations of up to 1,500 m.
Uses & Benefits
Chrysothemis kuhlmannii is a tropical plant with bright green foliage and yellow flowers. It is often used as a houseplant or in outdoor containers. It is easy to care for and requires minimal maintenance.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chrysothemis kuhlmannii has small white flowers with yellow centres, and small, round, dark brown seeds. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves that are green in colour.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chrysothemis kuhlmannii can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Division can be done in the spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Chrysothemis kuhlmannii
Chrysothemis kuhlmannii is native to tropical regions of the world, including parts of Africa, Asia, and the Pacific Islands.
Chrysothemis kuhlmannii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chrysothemis kuhlmannii?
Chrysothemis kuhlmannii
What is the common name of Chrysothemis kuhlmannii?
Kuhlmann's chrysothemis
What is the natural habitat of Chrysothemis kuhlmannii?
Tropical forests
Species in the Chrysothemis genus
Chrysothemis dichroa,
Chrysothemis friedrichsthaliana,
Chrysothemis kuhlmannii,
Chrysothemis pulchella,
Chrysothemis rupestris,
Chrysothemis semiclausa,
Chrysothemis villosa,
Chrysothemis adenosiphon,
Chrysothemis colonensis,
Chrysothemis panamensis,
Species in the Gesneriaceae family
Acanthonema diandrum,
Achimenes admirabilis,
Achimenes antirrhina,
Achimenes brevifolia,
Achimenes candida,
Achimenes cettoana,
Achimenes dulcis,
Achimenes erecta,
Achimenes fimbriata,
Achimenes flava,
Achimenes glabrata,
Achimenes grandiflora,
Achimenes heterophylla,
Achimenes hintoniana,
Achimenes longiflora,
Achimenes mexicana,
Achimenes misera,
Achimenes nayaritensis,
Achimenes obscura,
Achimenes occidentalis,
Achimenes patens,
Achimenes pedunculata,
Achimenes skinneri,
Achimenes woodii,
Achimenes tincticoma,
Achimenes elota,
Achimenes sanguinea,
Achimenes ixtapaensis,
Aeschynanthus citrinus,
Aeschynanthus membranifolius,
Aeschynanthus mendumiae,
Aeschynanthus sojolianus,
Aeschynanthus dischidioides,
Aeschynanthus minutifolius,
Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus,
Aeschynanthus acuminatus,
Aeschynanthus albidus,
Aeschynanthus amboinensis,
Aeschynanthus amoenus,
Aeschynanthus andersonii,
Aeschynanthus angustifolius,
Aeschynanthus angustioblongus,
Aeschynanthus apicidens,
Aeschynanthus arctocalyx,
Aeschynanthus arfakensis,
Aeschynanthus argentii,
Aeschynanthus asclepioides,
Aeschynanthus atrorubens,
Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus,
Aeschynanthus batakiorum,