Status:
valid
Authors:
(Königer & Deburghgr.) Dalström
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Lankesteriana 12: 149 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338160
Common Names
- Cyrtochilum carinatum
- Carinate Cyrtochilum
- Cyrtochilum
Description
Cyrtochilum carinatum (also called Carinate Cyrtochilum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Colombia. It has long, thin stems with small, yellow flowers and small, grass-like leaves. It is commonly found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Cyrtochilum carinatum is a popular ornamental plant and is used in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cyrtochilum carinatum is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cyrtochilum carinatum is an epiphytic orchid that is native to the tropical rainforest of South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining potting mix and kept at a temperature of 22-25°C. Division should be done in early spring or late fall. Keep the divisions at a temperature of 22-25°C and keep the soil moist but not wet.
Where to Find Cyrtochilum carinatum
Cyrtochilum carinatum can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Cyrtochilum carinatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cyrtochilum carinatum?
Cyrtochilum carinatum
What is the common name of Cyrtochilum carinatum?
Carinatum Cyrtochilum
What is the natural habitat of Cyrtochilum carinatum?
It is native to the mountains of Ecuador
Species in the Cyrtochilum genus
Cyrtochilum ionodon,
Cyrtochilum monacranthum,
Cyrtochilum stenochilum,
Cyrtochilum tumiferum,
Cyrtochilum gracielae,
Cyrtochilum misasianum,
Cyrtochilum sharoniae,
Cyrtochilum decolorans,
Cyrtochilum sanderianum,
Cyrtochilum vierlingii,
Cyrtochilum parvibrachium,
Cyrtochilum fredericae,
Cyrtochilum hirtzii,
Cyrtochilum midas,
Cyrtochilum sphinx,
Cyrtochilum tanii,
Cyrtochilum verrucosum,
Cyrtochilum loesenerianum,
Cyrtochilum colobium,
Cyrtochilum flavostellulare,
Cyrtochilum ferrugineum,
Cyrtochilum aemulum,
Cyrtochilum alboroseum,
Cyrtochilum andreettae,
Cyrtochilum angustatum,
Cyrtochilum annulare,
Cyrtochilum anthoxanthum,
Cyrtochilum articulatum,
Cyrtochilum aurantiacum,
Cyrtochilum aureum,
Cyrtochilum auropurpureum,
Cyrtochilum baldeviamae,
Cyrtochilum ballii,
Cyrtochilum brachypterum,
Cyrtochilum caespitosum,
Cyrtochilum cimiciferum,
Cyrtochilum confertum,
Cyrtochilum confusum,
Cyrtochilum cordatum,
Cyrtochilum cryptocopis,
Cyrtochilum cuencanum,
Cyrtochilum cumandae,
Cyrtochilum davisii,
Cyrtochilum densiflorum,
Cyrtochilum detortum,
Cyrtochilum diceratum,
Cyrtochilum diodon,
Cyrtochilum dipterum,
Cyrtochilum distans,
Cyrtochilum divaricatum,
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
Stig Dalström: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dalström' in the authors string.
Guido Deburghgraeve: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Deburghgr.' in the authors string.