Palmorchis caxiuanensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
caxiuanensis
ID:
806958
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rocha, S.S.Almeida & Freitas
Source:
wcs
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Novon 16: 102 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000806292
Common Names
- Palmorchis Caxiuanensis
- Caxiuan Palmorchis
- Palmorchis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Palmorchis caxiuanensis (also called Palmorchis, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen orchid native to Central and South America. It has a dense, rounded crown and glossy, dark green leaves. Its small, white flowers are fragrant and have a yellow center.
Uses & Benefits
Palmorchis caxiuanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used for erosion control and as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Palmorchis caxiuanensis flowers are small and white in colour. The seeds are small and winged, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Palmorchis caxiuanensis is an evergreen perennial that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It can be propagated by division in spring or by seed in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Palmorchis caxiuanensis
Palmorchis caxiuanensis is native to Brazil and can be found in the Amazon Rainforest biome.
Palmorchis caxiuanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Palmorchis caxiuanensis?
Palmorchis caxiuanensis
What is the common name of Palmorchis caxiuanensis?
Caxiuan Palmorchis
What is the family of Palmorchis caxiuanensis?
Orchidaceae
Species in the Palmorchis genus
Palmorchis colombiana, Palmorchis deceptorius, Palmorchis duckei, Palmorchis guianensis, Palmorchis imuyaensis, Palmorchis kuhlmannii, Palmorchis lobulata, Palmorchis nitida, Palmorchis pabstii, Palmorchis paludicola, Palmorchis pandurata, Palmorchis powellii, Palmorchis prospectorum, Palmorchis puber, Palmorchis pubescentis, Palmorchis silvicola, Palmorchis sobralioides, Palmorchis sordida, Palmorchis trilobulata, Palmorchis trinotata, Palmorchis eidae, Palmorchis caxiuanensis, Palmorchis pubescens, Palmorchis blancae, Palmorchis liberolabellata, Palmorchis loretana, Palmorchis yavarensis, Palmorchis carlos-parrae, Palmorchis fractiflexa, Palmorchis maculata, Palmorchis misas-urretae, Palmorchis valdiviesoana,
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-344557: Based on the initial data import
Emerson Antônio Rocha: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rocha' in the authors string.
Samuel Soares de Almeida: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.S.Almeida' in the authors string.
Gilberto de Freitas: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Freitas' in the authors string.