Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
tenellum
ID:
796041

Status:
valid

Authors:
Todzia

Source:
wcs

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 72: 877 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000795374



Common Names

  • Campylocentrum tenellum
  • Tenellum Campylocentrum
  • Lace Orchid


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Description

Campylocentrum tenellum (also called Gomesa tenella, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid with a single, thin, erect stem. It is native to Brazil, Paraguay and Argentina, and is found growing on trees in humid forests.

Uses & Benefits

Campylocentrum tenellum is an ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves being used to treat skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Campylocentrum tenellum has white flowers with yellowish-green stripes and a pleasant scent. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Campylocentrum tenellum is a small epiphytic orchid that grows in tropical rainforests. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The plant should be grown in a medium that is well-draining and slightly acidic. It should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. Watering should be done regularly, but the soil should be allowed to dry out between waterings. Fertilizer should be applied every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Campylocentrum tenellum

Campylocentrum tenellum is native to Central and South America, from Mexico to Argentina.

Campylocentrum tenellum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Campylocentrum tenellum?

Campylocentrum tenellum

What is the family of Campylocentrum tenellum?

Orchidaceae

What is the origin of Campylocentrum tenellum?

South America

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-33390: Based on the initial data import
Carol A. Todzia: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Todzia' in the authors string.