Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
nicaraguense
ID:
580875

Status:
valid

Authors:
Small

Source:
cmp

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
N. Amer. Fl. 25: 128 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000580207



Common Names

  • Callaeum nicaraguense
  • Nicaraguense Callaeum
  • Nicaraguense Plant


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Synonyms

  • Mascagnia nicaraguensis Nied. [unknown]
  • Jubelina nicaraguensis Griseb. & Oerst. [unknown]

Description

Callaeum nicaraguense (also called 'Nicaraguan 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 Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua.

Uses & Benefits

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Callaeum nicaraguense is an 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 nicaraguense

Callaeum nicaraguense is native to the tropical rainforests of Central America.

Callaeum nicaraguense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Callaeum nicaraguense?

Callaeum nicaraguense

What are the common names of Callaeum nicaraguense?

Nicaraguan Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Callaeum nicaraguense?

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,

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