Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
christyanum
ID:
788992

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) Summerh.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Fl. W. Trop. Afr. 2: 450 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000788325



Common Names

  • Christyanum Calyptrochilum
  • Calyptrochilum Christyanum
  • Christyanum Calyptrochilum


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Description

Calyptrochilum christyanum (also called 'Calyptrochilum' or 'Christyanum', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand. It is a terrestrial plant that grows in moist, shady areas in forests, grasslands, and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Calyptrochilum christyanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calyptrochilum christyanum has small, yellow-green flowers that are clustered together. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calyptrochilum christyanum is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Once established, it requires minimal care.

Where to Find Calyptrochilum christyanum

Calyptrochilum christyanum is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Calyptrochilum christyanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calyptrochilum christyanum?

Calyptrochilum christyanum

What is the common name of Calyptrochilum christyanum?

Christian's Calyptrochilum

What is the natural habitat of Calyptrochilum christyanum?

It is found in South Africa, in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provinces

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-32693: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Victor Samuel Summerhayes (1897-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Summerh.' in the authors string.