Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
calophyllus
ID:
472535

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) Ormerod

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 17(4): 216 (2002).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000471867



Common Names

  • Calophyllus Micrandra
  • Calophyllus Tree-Fern
  • Calophyllus Tree Fern


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Synonyms

  • Physurus calophyllus Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Erythrodes calophylla (Rchb.f.) Ames [unknown]

Description

Microchilus calophyllus (also called 'Callophyll Microchilus', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to South America. It is an epiphytic orchid with long, thin stems and small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Microchilus calophyllus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for its fragrant flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Microchilus calophyllus is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Microchilus calophyllus: This plant is easy to grow and propagate. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in moist soil. The plant prefers a bright, sunny location and regular watering.

Where to Find Microchilus calophyllus

Microchilus calophyllus is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Microchilus calophyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microchilus calophyllus?

Microchilus calophyllus

Where is Microchilus calophyllus found?

Brazil

What type of plant is Microchilus calophyllus?

Herb

Species in the Microchilus genus

Microchilus hirtellus, Microchilus major, Microchilus minor, Microchilus ovatus, Microchilus pauciflorus, Microchilus plantagineus, Microchilus anchoriferus, Microchilus arietinus, Microchilus austrobrasiliensis, Microchilus bimentatus, Microchilus brachyplectron, Microchilus buchtienii, Microchilus callophylloides, Microchilus calophyllus, Microchilus caucanus, Microchilus dolichostachys, Microchilus ecuadorensis, Microchilus epiphyticus, Microchilus erythrodoides, Microchilus glacensis, Microchilus hetaerioides, Microchilus lamprophyllus, Microchilus laticalcar, Microchilus luniferus, Microchilus mexicanus, Microchilus nigrescens, Microchilus ortgiesii, Microchilus paleaceus, Microchilus platanilloensis, Microchilus preslii, Microchilus procerus, Microchilus quadratus, Microchilus riopalenquensis, Microchilus schultesianus, Microchilus scrotiformis, Microchilus sparreorum, Microchilus sprucei, Microchilus tridax, Microchilus trifasciatus, Microchilus venezuelanus, Microchilus vesicifer, Microchilus weberianus, Microchilus xystophyllus, Microchilus zeuxinoides, Microchilus brunnescens, Microchilus campanulatus, Microchilus capitatus, Microchilus constrictus, Microchilus curviflorus, Microchilus ensicalcar,

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-254429: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.