Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
pulchella
ID:
604813

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sims) Decne.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Rev. Hort. (Paris) , sér. 3, 3: 242 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000604145



Common Names

  • Pulchella Chrysothemis
  • Pulchella Lily
  • Pulchella Flower


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Synonyms

  • Tussacia woodsonii C.V.Morton in Woodson & Seibert [unknown]
  • Tussacia villosa Benth. [unknown]
  • Tussacia pulchella Rchb. [unknown]
  • Alloplectus melittifolius Mart. ex Loudon [unknown]
  • Besleria pulchella Sims [unknown]
  • Besleria umbellata Herb.Banks ex Sims [unknown]
  • Chrysothemis aurantiaca Decne. [unknown]
  • Episcia pulchella (Sims) G.Don [unknown]
  • Episcia pulchella (Sims) G.Don [deprecated]
  • Skiophila pulchella Hanst. [unknown]
  • Besleria pulchella Donn [unknown]

Description

Chrysothemis pulchella (also called 'Gold 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 pulchella 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 pulchella has yellow flowers, with four petals and a long, thin stem. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chrysothemis pulchella 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 pulchella

Chrysothemis pulchella is native to tropical regions of the world, including parts of Africa, Asia, and the Pacific Islands.

Chrysothemis pulchella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chrysothemis pulchella?

Chrysothemis pulchella

What is the common name of Chrysothemis pulchella?

Beautiful chrysothemis

What is the natural habitat of Chrysothemis pulchella?

Tropical forests

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,

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