Campylocentrum robustum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
robustum
ID:
795951
Status:
valid
Authors:
Cogn.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1906
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 3(6): 509 (1906)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000795284
Common Names
- Campylocentrum robustum
- Robustum Butterfly Orchid
- Robustum Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Campylocentrum robustum (also called 'Robust Campylocentrum', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Brazil. It has long, thin, green stems with small, white flowers. It grows in humid, tropical forests and is often found in rainforests and cloud forests.
Uses & Benefits
Campylocentrum robustum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a high tolerance for drought and can be used to decorate dry areas in the garden or as a potted plant indoors.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Campylocentrum robustum is a white, star-shaped inflorescence, with a single pistil and several stamens. The seeds are small, brown and slightly flattened. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Campylocentrum robustum is a terrestrial orchid native to Brazil. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid climate and well-draining soil. It should be planted in a partially shaded area and watered regularly. Fertilizer should be applied every few weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Campylocentrum robustum
Campylocentrum robustum is native to the Atlantic forest of Brazil.
Campylocentrum robustum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Campylocentrum robustum?
Campylocentrum robustum
What type of plant is Campylocentrum robustum?
Campylocentrum robustum is an orchid species
Where is Campylocentrum robustum found?
Campylocentrum robustum is found in Brazil
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-33381: Based on the initial data import
Alfred Cogniaux (1841-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cogn.' in the authors string.