Status:
valid
Authors:
Szlach. & Kolan.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 40: 93 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342573
Common Names
- Cyrtochilum renisepalum
- Renisepalum Cyrtochilum
- Cyrtochilum
Description
Cyrtochilum renisepalum (also called Cyrtochilum Renisepalum, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid that grows up to 30 cm in height. It is native to South America and is found in humid and wet forests. It has long, slender leaves and small yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Cyrtochilum renisepalum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used as a medicinal remedy for skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cyrtochilum renisepalum has small, yellow flowers with four petals and four sepals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and green with oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cyrtochilum renisepalum is a tropical plant that is best grown in a warm, humid environment. It prefers well-draining soil and should be propagated from stem cuttings. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist soil mixture. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Cyrtochilum renisepalum
Cyrtochilum renisepalum is native to Colombia.
Cyrtochilum renisepalum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cyrtochilum renisepalum?
Cyrtochilum renisepalum
What is the common name of Cyrtochilum renisepalum?
Renisepalum Cyrtochilum
What type of plant is Cyrtochilum renisepalum?
Herbaceous perennial
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,