Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
humbertii
ID:
582637

Status:
valid

Authors:
Arènes

Source:
cmp

Year:
1946

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 12: 131 (1946)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000581969



Common Names

  • Calyptostylis humbertii
  • Humbertii Calyptostylis
  • Humbert's Calyptostylis


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Description

Calyptostylis humbertii (also called Humbert's Calyptostylis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to South America. It grows in montane forests and in rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Calyptostylis humbertii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calyptostylis humbertii is a white, star-shaped flower with yellow stamens. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calyptostylis humbertii is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial shrub. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of 18-24°C. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. The plant should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly.

Where to Find Calyptostylis humbertii

Calyptostylis humbertii is native to the southeastern United States, from Virginia to Florida and west to Texas.

Calyptostylis humbertii FAQ

What type of soil does Calyptostylis humbertii prefer?

Calyptostylis humbertii prefers a moist, well-draining soil with a neutral pH.

How much light does Calyptostylis humbertii need?

Calyptostylis humbertii needs bright, indirect light.

How often should Calyptostylis humbertii be watered?

Calyptostylis humbertii should be watered once every week.

Species in the Calyptostylis genus

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,