Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
hasslerianum
ID:
795440

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hoehne

Source:
wcs

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Arq. Bot. Estado São Paulo , n.s., f.m., 1: 23 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000794773



Common Names

  • Campylocentrum hasslerianum
  • Hassler's Campylocentrum
  • Hassler's Star Orchid


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Description

Campylocentrum hasslerianum (also called Hassler's Campylocentrum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is a small, epiphytic orchid with a stemless, grass-like habit. It is native to Central and South America, where it is found in moist, tropical forests. It grows on the branches of trees, in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Campylocentrum hasslerianum is used in traditional Chinese medicine and is also used as a stimulant and for weight loss.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Campylocentrum hasslerianum has white-yellow flowers, small, globose, and dark brown seeds. The seedlings are slender with lanceolate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Campylocentrum hasslerianum can be propagated by division or by seed. To propagate by division, divide the plant in spring or early summer, when the plant is actively growing. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and keep them in a warm, humid environment. The seeds should germinate in 2-3 weeks. Once the seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant them into individual pots.

Where to Find Campylocentrum hasslerianum

Campylocentrum hasslerianum is native to Peru.

Campylocentrum hasslerianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Campylocentrum hasslerianum?

Campylocentrum hasslerianum

What is the common name of Campylocentrum hasslerianum?

Hassler's campylocentrum

What is the natural habitat of Campylocentrum hasslerianum?

It is found in wetland habitats, such as marshes, swamps, and wet meadows

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,

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