Acanthophippium chrysoglossum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chrysoglossum
ID:
261164
Status:
valid
Authors:
Schltr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
Beibl. Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 104: 28 (1911)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000260496
Common Names
- Acanthophippium chrysoglossum
- Golden-lipped Orchid
- Yellow-lipped Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Acanthophippium chrysoglossum (also called 'Golden-lipped Orchid' and 'Golden-lipped Mountain Orchid', among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to the mountains of Central and South America, where it grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Acanthophippium chrysoglossum is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acanthophippium chrysoglossum has white flowers with yellow lips and a sweet fragrance. Its seeds are round and black in color. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.
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Acanthophippium chrysoglossum is a terrestrial orchid that can be propagated from seed or division. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep them moist. The seeds should germinate in two to three weeks. To propagate from division, divide the clumps in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Acanthophippium chrysoglossum
Acanthophippium chrysoglossum can be found in the tropical forests of India.
Acanthophippium chrysoglossum FAQ
What is the common name of Acanthophippium chrysoglossum?
Golden-lipped Acanthophippium
What is the natural habitat of Acanthophippium chrysoglossum?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas.
What is the size of Acanthophippium chrysoglossum?
It can reach up to 30 cm in height.
Species in the Acanthophippium genus
Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-1437: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.