Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
xiphophorus
ID:
233207

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) Dodson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. Trop. 10: t. 939 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000232538



Common Names

  • Macroclinium xiphophorus
  • Xiphophorus Macroclinium
  • Xiphophorus Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Notylia xiphophorus Rchb.f. [unknown]

Description

Macroclinium xiphophorus (also called Xiphophorus Macroclinium, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It is a terrestrial orchid with a creeping rhizome and long, thin, erect stems. The leaves are lanceolate and the flowers are white with a yellow lip.

Uses & Benefits

Macroclinium xiphophorus is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Macroclinium xiphophorus is a white-greenish color with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macroclinium xiphophorus is a species of orchid native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It is a small- to medium-sized epiphyte that grows on trees in wet montane forests. It is best grown in a potting mix of medium fir bark, sphagnum moss, and perlite. It requires bright, indirect light and high humidity. Propagation is done through division of the pseudobulbs or through seed germination.

Where to Find Macroclinium xiphophorus

Macroclinium xiphophorus can be found in tropical and subtropical areas of Central and South America.

Macroclinium xiphophorus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macroclinium xiphophorus?

Macroclinium xiphophorus

What is the common name of Macroclinium xiphophorus?

Sword-Bearing Jewel Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Macroclinium xiphophorus?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

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-117007: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Calaway H. Dodson (1928-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dodson' in the authors string.