Campylocentrum natalieae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
natalieae
ID:
795756
Status:
valid
Authors:
Carnevali & I.Ramírez
Source:
wcs
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
BioLlania, Ed. Espec. 6: 282. 1997 ; J.J. Wurdack Festschr.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000795089
Common Names
- Campylocentrum natalieae
- Natalieae Campylocentrum
- Natalieae Star Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Campylocentrum natalieae (also called Natalie's Campylocentrum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to the Atlantic Forest biome of Brazil. It is an evergreen shrub that typically grows to a height of 1–3 m. It is found in a variety of habitats such as rocky outcrops, sandstone cliffs, and in the understory of lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Campylocentrum natalieae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Campylocentrum natalieae has white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with serrated edges.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Campylocentrum natalieae is a small, epiphytic orchid species that is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown in a pot or mounted on a slab of tree bark. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept moist but not wet. It should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer. Propagation is done by division of the clump or by seed.
Where to Find Campylocentrum natalieae
Campylocentrum natalieae is native to the Atlantic Forest biome in Brazil.
Campylocentrum natalieae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Campylocentrum natalieae?
Campylocentrum natalieae
What is the natural habitat of Campylocentrum natalieae?
Tropical forests
What are the common uses of Campylocentrum natalieae?
Ornamental plants, medicinal purposes
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-33362: Based on the initial data import
Germán Carnevali (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carnevali' in the authors string.
Ivón Mercedes Ramírez Morillo (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Ramírez' in the authors string.