Status:
valid
Authors:
Cogn.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1906
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 3(6): 521 (1906)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000794530
Common Names
- Campylocentrum amazonicum
- Amazon Campylocentrum
- Amazon Epidendrum
Description
Campylocentrum amazonicum (also called Amazon campylocentrum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is typically found in humid, shady areas, such as rainforests and cloud forests.
Uses & Benefits
Campylocentrum amazonicum is used in traditional Chinese medicine and is also used as a stimulant and for weight loss.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Campylocentrum amazonicum has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have thin, needle-like leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Campylocentrum amazonicum is an evergreen shrub that is easy to grow in most climates. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a light, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a light, sandy soil.
Where to Find Campylocentrum amazonicum
Campylocentrum amazonicum is native to Central America and can be found in humid forests and along riverbanks.
Campylocentrum amazonicum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Campylocentrum amazonicum?
Campylocentrum amazonicum
What is the common name of Campylocentrum amazonicum?
Amazonian Campylocentrum
What is the natural habitat of Campylocentrum amazonicum?
Tropical rainforests in Central and South America
Species in the Campylocentrum genus
Campylocentrum bonifaziae,
Campylocentrum cornejoi,
Campylocentrum puyense,
Campylocentrum acutilobum,
Campylocentrum amazonicum,
Campylocentrum apiculatum,
Campylocentrum aromaticum,
Campylocentrum asplundii,
Campylocentrum brachycarpum,
Campylocentrum brenesii,
Campylocentrum crassirhizum,
Campylocentrum densiflorum,
Campylocentrum ecuadorense,
Campylocentrum embreei,
Campylocentrum fasciola,
Campylocentrum grisebachii,
Campylocentrum hasslerianum,
Campylocentrum hirtellum,
Campylocentrum hirtzii,
Campylocentrum hondurense,
Campylocentrum huebneri,
Campylocentrum huebnerioides,
Campylocentrum intermedium,
Campylocentrum jamaicense,
Campylocentrum kuntzei,
Campylocentrum lansbergii,
Campylocentrum latifolium,
Campylocentrum madisonii,
Campylocentrum mattogrossense,
Campylocentrum micranthum,
Campylocentrum microphyllum,
Campylocentrum minutum,
Campylocentrum natalieae,
Campylocentrum neglectum,
Campylocentrum organense,
Campylocentrum ornithorrhynchum,
Campylocentrum pachyrrhizum,
Campylocentrum panamense,
Campylocentrum parahybunense,
Campylocentrum pauloense,
Campylocentrum peniculus,
Campylocentrum pernambucense,
Campylocentrum poeppigii,
Campylocentrum polystachyum,
Campylocentrum pubirhachis,
Campylocentrum pugioniforme,
Campylocentrum pygmaeum,
Campylocentrum robustum,
Campylocentrum schiedei,
Campylocentrum schneeanum,
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,