Campylocentrum madisonii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
madisonii
ID:
795671
Status:
valid
Authors:
Dodson
Source:
wcs
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. Trop. , ser. 2, 5: t. 410 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000795004
Common Names
- Campylocentrum madisonii
- Madisonii Campylocentrum
- Madisonii Star Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Campylocentrum madisonii (also called Madison's Campylocentrum, 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 madisonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin infections.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Campylocentrum madisonii are white and have five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Campylocentrum madisonii is a tropical plant native to Costa Rica. It is a member of the Orchidaceae family and is an epiphyte. It is best grown in a humid, warm environment with bright, indirect light. It should be grown in a well-draining medium such as bark or sphagnum moss. Propagation is done by division of the plant or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept moist and warm.
Where to Find Campylocentrum madisonii
Campylocentrum madisonii can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Campylocentrum madisonii FAQ
What is the common name of Campylocentrum madisonii?
Madison's Campylocentrum
What is the natural habitat of Campylocentrum madisonii?
Tropical rainforests
What is the scientific name of Campylocentrum madisonii?
Campylocentrum madisonii
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-33354: Based on the initial data import
Calaway H. Dodson (1928-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dodson' in the authors string.