Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
riopalenqueana
ID:
386021

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Dodson) N.H.Williams & M.W.Chase

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 16(4): 285 (2001).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000385353



Common Names

  • Cyrtochiloides riopalenqueana
  • Riopalenqueana Cyrtochiloides
  • Riopalenqueana's Cyrtochiloides


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Description

Cyrtochiloides riopalenqueana (also called Riopalenque Cyrtochilum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is a perennial herb with a woody base and a few branches. It is native to Mexico and Central America, where it grows in wet forests and along streams. It has large, white flowers with yellow centers.

Uses & Benefits

Cyrtochiloides riopalenqueana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cyrtochiloides riopalenqueana is yellow, with a white center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped, and have a white-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyrtochiloides riopalenqueana is a terrestrial orchid native to Mexico and Central America. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the rhizome. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a potting mix of equal parts of peat moss and perlite. The plant should be kept moist but not wet and should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Cyrtochiloides riopalenqueana

Cyrtochiloides riopalenqueana is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Cyrtochiloides riopalenqueana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyrtochiloides riopalenqueana?

Cyrtochiloides riopalenqueana

What is the common name of Cyrtochiloides riopalenqueana?

Rio Palenque's Cyrtochiloides

Where is Cyrtochiloides riopalenqueana native to?

South America

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-239120: Based on the initial data import
Calaway H. Dodson (1928-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dodson' in the authors string.
Norris H. Williams (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.H.Williams' in the authors string.
Mark W. Chase (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.W.Chase' in the authors string.