Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
malpighioides
ID:
580874

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Turcz.) D.M.Johnson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 11(2): 344. 1986

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000580206



Common Names

  • Callaeum malpighioides
  • Malpighioides Callaeum
  • Malpighioides Plant


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Synonyms

  • Mascagnia mexicana Nied. [unknown]
  • Mascagnia malpighioides C.V.Morton [unknown]
  • Stigmaphyllon malpighioides Turcz. [unknown]
  • Mascagnia nicaraguensis mexicana Nied. [unknown]

Description

Callaeum malpighioides (also called 'Malpighioides Callaeum', among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in South America. It has a single leaf and a single flower, with a labellum that is white or cream-coloured and has a yellow or orange centre. It grows in open forests and woodlands, and is found in the countries of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Uses & Benefits

Callaeum malpighioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a source of food, and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Callaeum malpighioides is a yellowish-green color, with a long, slender tube and a wide, shallow, bowl-shaped corolla. The seed of Callaeum malpighioides is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Callaeum malpighioides are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Callaeum malpighioides is a tropical epiphytic orchid that can be grown in a pot or basket. It prefers bright light and should be grown in a well-draining potting mix. Water regularly and fertilize monthly in the growing season. Propagate by division or by seed.

Where to Find Callaeum malpighioides

Callaeum malpighioides is found in tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Callaeum malpighioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Callaeum malpighioides?

Callaeum malpighioides

What are the common names of Callaeum malpighioides?

Malpighioides Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Callaeum malpighioides?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Malpighiaceae family

Acmanthera cowanii, Acmanthera duckei, Acmanthera fernandesii, Acmanthera latifolia, Acmanthera longifolia, Acmanthera minima, Acmanthera parviflora, Acridocarpus adenophorus, Acridocarpus alopecurus, Acridocarpus alternifolius, Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus, Acridocarpus ballyi, Acridocarpus camerunensis, Acridocarpus chevalieri, Acridocarpus chloropterus, Acridocarpus congestus, Acridocarpus congolensis, Acridocarpus excelsus, Acridocarpus glaucescens, Acridocarpus hirundo, Acridocarpus humbertii, Acridocarpus humblotii, Acridocarpus katangensis, Acridocarpus ledermannii, Acridocarpus longifolius, Acridocarpus macrocalyx, Acridocarpus mayumbensis, Acridocarpus monodii, Acridocarpus natalitius, Acridocarpus oppositifolius, Acridocarpus orientalis, Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus, Acridocarpus perrieri, Acridocarpus plagiopterus, Acridocarpus prasinus, Acridocarpus scheffleri, Acridocarpus smeathmannii, Acridocarpus socotranus, Acridocarpus spectabilis, Acridocarpus staudtii, Acridocarpus ugandensis, Acridocarpus vanderystii, Acridocarpus vivy, Acridocarpus zanzibaricus, Adelphia hiraea, Adelphia macrophylla, Adelphia mirabilis, Adelphia platyrachis, Aenigmatanthera doniana, Aenigmatanthera lasiandra,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2691902: Based on the initial data import
Nikolai Turczaninov (1796-1864): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Turcz.' in the authors string.
David Mark Johnson (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.M.Johnson' in the authors string.