Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
williamsonii
ID:
803222

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.J.Cribb

Source:
wcs

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 32: 184 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000802556



Common Names

  • Cardiochilos williamsonii
  • Williamsonii Cardiochilos
  • Cardiochilos Williamsonii


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Description

Cardiochilos williamsonii (also called Williamson's cardiochilos, among many other common names) is an evergreen vine with glossy, spiny leaves and clusters of small, white flowers. It is native to North America and is found in moist forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Cardiochilos williamsonii is used as an ornamental plant and for its timber. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, fever, and pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cardiochilos williamsonii has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cardiochilos williamsonii is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry, open areas. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a moist, sandy soil mix. Both should be kept in a warm, bright location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Cardiochilos williamsonii

Cardiochilos williamsonii is native to the tropical rainforest of South America.

Cardiochilos williamsonii FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Cardiochilos williamsonii?

Cardiochilos williamsonii is native to India.

What type of soil does Cardiochilos williamsonii prefer?

Cardiochilos williamsonii prefers moist, well-drained soil.

How much light does Cardiochilos williamsonii need?

Cardiochilos williamsonii prefers partial to full shade.

Species in the Cardiochilos genus

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-34095: Based on the initial data import
Phillip James Cribb (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Cribb' in the authors string.