Cyrtorchis guillaumetii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
guillaumetii
ID:
809081
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Pérez-Vera) R.Rice
Source:
wcs
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Prelim. Checklist & Survey Subtrib. Aerangidinae (Orchidac.) : 27 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808415
Common Names
- Guillaumetii Cyrtorchis
- Guillaumet's Cyrtorchis
- Guillaumet's Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cyrtorchis guillaumetii (also called 'Guillaumet's Cyrtorchis', among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species with a single, erect, leafy stem growing up to 60 cm tall. It is native to Madagascar and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open forests.
Uses & Benefits
Cyrtorchis guillaumetii is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cyrtorchis guillaumetii has large, white, fragrant flowers with a yellowish-green center. The seed is a black, round, hard capsule. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cyrtorchis guillaumetii is a tropical epiphytic orchid that grows best in partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagate by division or seed.
Where to Find Cyrtorchis guillaumetii
Cyrtorchis guillaumetii is native to Madagascar.
Cyrtorchis guillaumetii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cyrtorchis guillaumetii?
Cyrtorchis guillaumetii
What is the natural habitat of Cyrtorchis guillaumetii?
Tropical rainforests of Africa
What is the flower color of Cyrtorchis guillaumetii?
Yellow
Species in the Cyrtorchis genus
Cyrtorchis guillaumetii, Cyrtorchis arcuata, Cyrtorchis aschersonii, Cyrtorchis brownii, Cyrtorchis chailluana, Cyrtorchis crassifolia, Cyrtorchis erythraeae, Cyrtorchis glaucifolia, Cyrtorchis hamata, Cyrtorchis henriquesiana, Cyrtorchis injoloensis, Cyrtorchis letouzeyi, Cyrtorchis monteirae, Cyrtorchis neglecta, Cyrtorchis praetermissa, Cyrtorchis ringens, Cyrtorchis seretii, Cyrtorchis submontana,
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-346646: Based on the initial data import
F. Pérez-Vera: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pérez-Vera' in the authors string.
Rod Rice (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Rice' in the authors string.