Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
latifolium
ID:
795609

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cogn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 3(6): 509 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000794942



Common Names

  • Campylocentrum latifolium
  • Broadleaf Campylocentrum
  • Broad-Leaf Campylocentrum


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Description

Campylocentrum latifolium (also called Latifolia, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central and South America. It is an epiphytic plant, meaning it grows on other plants or trees, and has long, narrow leaves that are typically green. It has a long flowering season, with small, white flowers that have a yellow center.

Uses & Benefits

Campylocentrum latifolium is used as a source of food and as a medicinal plant. It is also used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Campylocentrum latifolium is a yellow spathe with a yellow spadix. The seed is a small, black berry that contains several seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Campylocentrum latifolium is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m in height. It is native to Central America and is found in wet forests from Nicaragua to Panama. It is propagated by seed and cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and treated with a rooting hormone before being planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Campylocentrum latifolium

Campylocentrum latifolium can be found in Central and South America.

Campylocentrum latifolium FAQ

What are the light requirements for Campylocentrum latifolium?

Campylocentrum latifolium prefers bright, indirect light.

What is the ideal temperature range for Campylocentrum latifolium?

Campylocentrum latifolium prefers temperatures between 65-80°F (18-27°C).

What is the ideal humidity range for Campylocentrum latifolium?

Campylocentrum latifolium 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-33348: Based on the initial data import
Alfred Cogniaux (1841-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cogn.' in the authors string.