Campylocentrum hirtzii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hirtzii
ID:
795480
Status:
valid
Authors:
Dodson
Source:
wcs
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. Trop. , ser. 2, 5: t. 409 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000794813
Common Names
- Campylocentrum hirtzii
- Hirtz's Campylocentrum
- Hirtz's Star Orchid
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Campylocentrum hirtzii (also called Hirtz's Campylocentrum, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It has a smooth, grey bark and its leaves are lanceolate, green in color. It is found in wet montane forests, and is usually found in the mountains of Costa Rica.
Uses & Benefits
Campylocentrum hirtzii is used as an antiseptic, expectorant, and to treat coughs, colds, and sore throats. It is also used as a flavoring agent in foods and beverages.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Campylocentrum hirtzii has white-yellow flowers, small, globose, and dark brown seeds. The seedlings are slender with lanceolate leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Campylocentrum hirtzii 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 hirtzii
Campylocentrum hirtzii is native to Peru.
Campylocentrum hirtzii FAQ
What are the light requirements for Campylocentrum hirtzii?
Campylocentrum hirtzii prefers bright, indirect light.
What is the ideal temperature range for Campylocentrum hirtzii?
Campylocentrum hirtzii prefers temperatures between 65-80°F (18-27°C).
What is the ideal humidity range for Campylocentrum hirtzii?
Campylocentrum hirtzii prefers a humidity level of 40-60%.
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-33336: Based on the initial data import
Calaway H. Dodson (1928-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dodson' in the authors string.