Campylocentrum schneeanum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
schneeanum
ID:
795972
Status:
valid
Authors:
Foldats
Source:
wcs
Year:
1961
Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Venez. Ci. Nat. 22: 274 (1961)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000795305
Common Names
- Campylocentrum schneeanum
- Schneeanum Butterfly Orchid
- Schneeanum Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Campylocentrum schneeanum (also called 'Schneean Campylocentrum', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Ecuador. 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 schneeanum 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 schneeanum 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 schneeanum 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 schneeanum
Campylocentrum schneeanum is native to the Atlantic forest of Brazil.
Campylocentrum schneeanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Campylocentrum schneeanum?
Campylocentrum schneeanum
What type of plant is Campylocentrum schneeanum?
Campylocentrum schneeanum is an orchid species
Where is Campylocentrum schneeanum found?
Campylocentrum schneeanum 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-33383: Based on the initial data import
Ernesto Foldats (1925-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Foldats' in the authors string.