Status:
valid
Authors:
L.C.Menezes
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Bol. CAOB 69-70: 4 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835145
Common Names
- Cyrtopodium confusum
- Confused Cyrtopodium
- Confused Cyrtopodium
Description
Cyrtopodium confusum (also called Confused Cyrtopodium, among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial flowering plant native to South America. It has long, narrow leaves and grows in a clumping pattern. It is found in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Cyrtopodium confusum is a plant species found in tropical regions of Asia. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are used in floral arrangements. Its leaves are edible and can be used in salads or cooked as a vegetable.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cyrtopodium confusum has small, white flowers with yellow centers and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cyrtopodium confusum is an epiphytic orchid native to Brazil. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through division of the rhizome. Plant divisions should be spaced at least 10 cm apart. The plant should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer. The plant should be protected from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures.
Where to Find Cyrtopodium confusum
Cyrtopodium confusum is native to Brazil and can be found in the wild in the forests of the country.
Cyrtopodium confusum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cyrtopodium confusum?
Cyrtopodium confusum
What is the family of Cyrtopodium confusum?
Orchidaceae
What is the common name of Cyrtopodium confusum?
Confused cyrtopodium
Species in the Cyrtopodium genus
Cyrtopodium caiapoense,
Cyrtopodium lamellaticallosum,
Cyrtopodium linearifolium,
Cyrtopodium minutum,
Cyrtopodium kleinii,
Cyrtopodium macedoi,
Cyrtopodium schargellii,
Cyrtopodium confusum,
Cyrtopodium witeckii,
Cyrtopodium aliciae,
Cyrtopodium andersonii,
Cyrtopodium blanchetii,
Cyrtopodium braemii,
Cyrtopodium brandonianum,
Cyrtopodium cachimboense,
Cyrtopodium cipoense,
Cyrtopodium cristatum,
Cyrtopodium dusenii,
Cyrtopodium eugenii,
Cyrtopodium flavum,
Cyrtopodium fowliei,
Cyrtopodium gigas,
Cyrtopodium glutiniferum,
Cyrtopodium gonzalezii,
Cyrtopodium graniticum,
Cyrtopodium hatschbachii,
Cyrtopodium holstii,
Cyrtopodium intermedium,
Cyrtopodium josephense,
Cyrtopodium latifolium,
Cyrtopodium lissochiloides,
Cyrtopodium longibulbosum,
Cyrtopodium macrobulbon,
Cyrtopodium naiguatae,
Cyrtopodium pallidum,
Cyrtopodium palmifrons,
Cyrtopodium paludicola,
Cyrtopodium paniculatum,
Cyrtopodium parviflorum,
Cyrtopodium pflanzii,
Cyrtopodium poecilum,
Cyrtopodium punctatum,
Cyrtopodium saintlegerianum,
Cyrtopodium triste,
Cyrtopodium vernum,
Cyrtopodium virescens,
Cyrtopodium willmorei,
Cyrtopodium withneri,
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,