Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
macedoi
ID:
806307

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.A.N.Bat. & Bianch.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Novon 16: 17 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000805641

Common Names

  • Cyrtopodium macedoi
  • Macedo's Cyrtopodium
  • Cyrtopodium

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Description

Cyrtopodium macedoi (also called 'Macedo's Cyrtopodium', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid of the Orchidaceae family. It has long, thin stems with small, oval leaves and yellow-green flowers. It is native to Brazil and grows in humid, tropical forests. It is often found growing on trees and other plants in shady, moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cyrtopodium macedoi is a species of orchid native to Brazil. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cyrtopodium macedoi has small yellow flowers, small seeds, and seedlings that are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyrtopodium macedoi can be propagated by division or by seed. Cultivation requires a well-drained soil in a sunny position. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).

Where to Find Cyrtopodium macedoi

Cyrtopodium macedoi can be found in Brazil.

Cyrtopodium macedoi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyrtopodium macedoi?

Cyrtopodium macedoi

What type of plant is Cyrtopodium macedoi?

An epiphytic orchid

Where is Cyrtopodium macedoi native to?

Brazil

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-343929: Based on the initial data import
João Aguiar Nogueira Batista: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.A.N.Bat.' in the authors string.
Luciano de Bem Bianchetti (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bianch.' in the authors string.