Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
rubrocallosum
ID:
1320496

Status:
valid

Authors:
(D.E.Benn. & Christenson) Pfahl

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Internet Orchid Sp. Photo Encycl. Nomencl. Notes 1(1): 1 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332950



Common Names

  • Cyrtochilum Rubrocallosum
  • Rubrocallosum Cyrtochilum
  • Red-Called Cyrtochilum


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Description

Cyrtochilum rubrocallosum (also called Red-lipped Cyrtochilum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has long, narrow leaves, and its flowers are white with purple stripes. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in humid forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cyrtochilum rubrocallosum is used as an ornamental plant and is often used to create hedges and borders. It is also used as a ground cover and in erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cyrtochilum rubrocallosum has small, yellowish-green flowers. The seeds are small, brown and winged. The seedlings are slender and have a few hairs on the stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyrtochilum rubrocallosum is an epiphytic orchid that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soils and can tolerate drought. Propagation is by division of the rootball or by seed.

Where to Find Cyrtochilum rubrocallosum

Cyrtochilum rubrocallosum can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Cyrtochilum rubrocallosum FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Cyrtochilum rubrocallosum?

Cyrtochilum rubrocallosum is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, Greece, and Turkey.

What type of soil does Cyrtochilum rubrocallosum prefer?

Cyrtochilum rubrocallosum prefers well-drained, sandy soils with a slightly acidic pH.

How much sunlight does Cyrtochilum rubrocallosum need?

Cyrtochilum rubrocallosum prefers full sun to partial shade.

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

David E. Bennett (1923-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.E.Benn.' in the authors string.
Eric A. Christenson (1956-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenson' in the authors string.
Jay Charles Pfahl (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pfahl' in the authors string.