Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
corniculatum
ID:
1324145

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dalström

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Lankesteriana 12: 147 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336599



Common Names

  • Corniculatum Cyrtochilum
  • Cyrtochilum Corniculatum
  • Corniculatum Cyrtochilum


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Description

Cyrtochilum corniculatum (also called the 'Horned cyrtochilum', among many other common names) is an orchid native to Colombia. It has small, white flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It grows in moist, shady forests at elevations of up to 1,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Cyrtochilum corniculatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Cyrtochilum corniculatum are yellow and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyrtochilum corniculatum is a slow-growing perennial that can reach up to 0.5 m in height. It is propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or autumn and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Cyrtochilum corniculatum

Cyrtochilum corniculatum is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, open woodlands.

Cyrtochilum corniculatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyrtochilum corniculatum?

Cyrtochilum corniculatum

What is the natural habitat of Cyrtochilum corniculatum?

It is found in the moist evergreen forests of Assam, India.

What is the flowering season of Cyrtochilum corniculatum?

It flowers during the months of April and May.

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.