Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
palominoi
ID:
1324118

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kolan., O.Pérez & E.Parra

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Lankesteriana 12: 9 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336572



Common Names

  • Palominoi Campylocentrum
  • Campylocentrum Palominoi
  • Palominoi Campylocentrum


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Description

Campylocentrum palominoi (also called Palomino's Campylocentrum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Mexico. It has a trailing habit and grows to a height of 1 m. It is found in humid, tropical forests and is shade tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Campylocentrum palominoi is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Campylocentrum palominoi is a small, yellow-green flower. The seeds are small and black, with a white tuft of hairs at one end. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Campylocentrum palominoi is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by dividing the clumps of plants in the spring or early summer. Seeds can be sown in the spring or autumn and should be lightly covered with soil. It is best to sow the seeds in a cold frame or in a sheltered spot outdoors.

Where to Find Campylocentrum palominoi

Campylocentrum palominoi is found in the dry regions of Central America, including Mexico and Guatemala.

Campylocentrum palominoi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Campylocentrum palominoi?

Campylocentrum palominoi

What is the common name of Campylocentrum palominoi?

Palomino's Campylocentrum

What is the natural habitat of Campylocentrum palominoi?

Tropical and subtropical moist forests

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

Marta Kolanowska (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kolan.' in the authors string.
Oscar Alejandro Pérez-Escobar (b.1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Pérez' in the authors string.
Edicson Parra-Sánchez (b.1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Parra' in the authors string.