Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
longicaulis
ID:
1330333

Status:
valid

Authors:
Szlach. & Kolan.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Webbia 70: 76 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342787





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Description

Crossoglossa longicaulis (also called Longicaulis' Crossoglossa, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Colombia and Venezuela. It is a small sized epiphyte with a pseudobulb up to 2 cm long and 1 cm wide. It is found in wet montane forests at elevations of 1000 to 2000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Crossoglossa longicaulis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, skin diseases, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crossoglossa longicaulis has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two, oval-shaped cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crossoglossa longicaulis is a perennial herb that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It is best propagated by seed, which should be sown in spring or summer in moist, well-draining soil. The seeds should be kept moist until they have germinated and established themselves.

Where to Find Crossoglossa longicaulis

Crossoglossa longicaulis can be found in the Andes Mountains of Colombia and Ecuador.

Crossoglossa longicaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crossoglossa guariniae?

Crossoglossa guariniae

What is the family of Crossoglossa guariniae?

Orchidaceae

Where is Crossoglossa guariniae found?

Central America

Species in the Crossoglossa genus

Crossoglossa kalbreyeriana, Crossoglossa longissima, Crossoglossa acuminatissima, Crossoglossa exigua, Crossoglossa sotoana, Crossoglossa aurantilineata, Crossoglossa barfodii, Crossoglossa bifida, Crossoglossa blephariglottis, Crossoglossa boylei, Crossoglossa caulescens, Crossoglossa dalessandroi, Crossoglossa dalstroemii, Crossoglossa dodsonii, Crossoglossa elliptica, Crossoglossa eustachys, Crossoglossa fratrum, Crossoglossa hirtzii, Crossoglossa liparidoides, Crossoglossa nanegalensis, Crossoglossa neirynckiana, Crossoglossa pichinchae, Crossoglossa polyblephara, Crossoglossa steinii, Crossoglossa tipuloides, Crossoglossa topoensis, Crossoglossa chocoensis, Crossoglossa garciana, Crossoglossa harlingii, Crossoglossa santamartana, Crossoglossa tillettii, Crossoglossa frontinoensis, Crossoglossa arevaloi, Crossoglossa cuatrecasasii, Crossoglossa epiphytica, Crossoglossa gentryi, Crossoglossa guariniae, Crossoglossa longicaulis, Crossoglossa palaciosii, Crossoglossa pandurilabia, Crossoglossa zarucchii, Crossoglossa boekeana, Crossoglossa dressleri, Crossoglossa kolanowskae, Crossoglossa oliveirae, Crossoglossa pellucida, Crossoglossa sprucei, Crossoglossa tetraphylla,

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

Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.
Marta Kolanowska (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kolan.' in the authors string.