Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
benelliae
ID:
1306784

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.M.Pessoa & M.Alves

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 34: 376 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001319238



Common Names

  • Campylocentrum benelliae
  • Campylocentrum
  • Benelliae


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Description

Campylocentrum benelliae (also called Benelli's Campylocentrum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Brazil. It is a terrestrial plant with a single, erect stem that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is found in the Atlantic Forest biome in the states of Rio de Janeiro and Espírito Santo, growing in humid and shady areas, such as in the understory of the forest.

Uses & Benefits

Campylocentrum benelliae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of fuelwood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Campylocentrum benelliae flower is yellow and has three petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with long, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Campylocentrum benelliae is an epiphytic orchid that grows best in partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through division of the clumps or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a moist medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination.

Where to Find Campylocentrum benelliae

Campylocentrum benelliae is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

Campylocentrum benelliae FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Campylocentrum benelliae?

Campylocentrum benelliae is found in the humid montane forests of Colombia and Ecuador.

What type of plant is Campylocentrum benelliae?

Campylocentrum benelliae is an epiphytic orchid.

What is the flower size of Campylocentrum benelliae?

Campylocentrum benelliae has small flowers, measuring about 1 cm in diameter.

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,

References

Marccus Vinicius da Silva Alves (b.1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Alves' in the authors string.
Edlley Max Pessoa (b.1989): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.M.Pessoa' in the authors string.