Macroclinium christensonii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
christensonii
ID:
233172
Status:
valid
Authors:
D.E.Benn.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1994
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 46: 249 (1994)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000232503
Common Names
- Macroclinium christensonii
- Christensonii Macroclinium
- Macroclinium
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Macroclinium christensonii (also called Christenson's Macroclinium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to the Amazon rainforest in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It grows in lowland tropical rainforest, in seasonally flooded areas, and in wet savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Macroclinium christensonii is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Macroclinium christensonii has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Macroclinium christensonii is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sheltered spot. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained medium.
Where to Find Macroclinium christensonii
Macroclinium christensonii is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America and can be found in Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, and Ecuador.
Macroclinium christensonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Macroclinium christensonii?
Macroclinium christensonii
What is the natural habitat of Macroclinium christensonii?
It is found in the tropical forests of Colombia.
What is the flower color of Macroclinium christensonii?
The flowers of Macroclinium christensonii are usually white or pink.
Species in the Macroclinium genus
Macroclinium aduncum, Macroclinium alleniorum, Macroclinium aurorae, Macroclinium bicolor, Macroclinium biflorum, Macroclinium borjaense, Macroclinium brasiliense, Macroclinium calceolare, Macroclinium chasei, Macroclinium christensonii, Macroclinium coffeicola, Macroclinium confertum, Macroclinium cordesii, Macroclinium dalessandroi, Macroclinium dalstroemii, Macroclinium dentiferum, Macroclinium doderoi, Macroclinium escobarianum, Macroclinium generalense, Macroclinium glicensteinii, Macroclinium hirtzii, Macroclinium junctum, Macroclinium lexarzanum, Macroclinium lilacinum, Macroclinium lineare, Macroclinium lueri, Macroclinium manabinum, Macroclinium mirabile, Macroclinium oberonia, Macroclinium pachybulbon, Macroclinium paniculatum, Macroclinium perryi, Macroclinium ramonense, Macroclinium robustum, Macroclinium roseum, Macroclinium simplex, Macroclinium villenarum, Macroclinium wullschlaegelianum, Macroclinium xiphophorus, Macroclinium exiguum, Macroclinium montis-narae, Macroclinium paraense, Macroclinium saraca-taquerense, Macroclinium bragae,
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-116977: Based on the initial data import
David E. Bennett (1923-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.E.Benn.' in the authors string.