Description
Campylocentrum bonifaziae (also called the Bonifaz Campylocentrum, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid with a single, erect, leafy stem. It is native to Central and South America and is found in a variety of habitats, including rainforests, cloud forests, and montane forests.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Campylocentrum bonifaziae has small, yellow-green flowers that appear in clusters. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Campylocentrum bonifaziae is a small, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m (3-6 ft). It is native to Mexico and is found in dry, rocky soils. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a sandy soil.