Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
falconeri
ID:
1320573

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.f.) Aver.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Turczaninowia 14(2): 38 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333027



Common Names

  • Cyrtosia falconeri
  • Falconer's Cyrtosia
  • Falconer's


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Description

Cyrtosia falconeri (also called Falconer's Cyrtosia, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It has a single, thin, erect stem with a single, thin, erect leaf. It grows in moist, shady forests and on the branches of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Cyrtosia falconeri is a species of plant in the Fabaceae family. It is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and abdominal pain. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cyrtosia falconeri has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two, oval-shaped cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyrtosia falconeri is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to the Tepuis of Venezuela and Guyana. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a well-drained soil mix. The soil should be kept moist and the cuttings should be placed in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Cyrtosia falconeri

Cyrtosia falconeri can be found in the Andes mountains in Colombia.

Cyrtosia falconeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyrtosia falconeri?

Cyrtosia falconeri

What is the family of Cyrtosia falconeri?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Cyrtosia falconeri?

Falconer's Cyrtosia

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

Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Leonid Averyanov (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aver.' in the authors string.