Peristylus citrinus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
citrinus
ID:
268062
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lindl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1835
Citation Micro:
Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. : 298 (1835)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000267394
Common Names
- Peristylus citrinus
- Citrinus Peristylus
- Citrine Peristylus
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- Platanthera citrina Kraenzl. [unknown]
- Habenaria citrina Thouars [unknown]
Description
Peristylus citrinus (also called Citrinus Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has a single, leathery leaf and a tall, branching inflorescence with up to 40 fragrant, white flowers. It is found in humid forests and grasslands at elevations of up to 2,000 meters.
Uses & Benefits
Peristylus citrinus is used for its ornamental value in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and stomach aches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Peristylus citrinus are small and yellow in color. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and green in color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Peristylus citrinus is a terrestrial orchid native to Central and South America. It is a hardy plant and can be grown in a variety of climates and soils. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation is by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a well-drained, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.
Where to Find Peristylus citrinus
Peristylus citrinus is native to Central America and is found in Costa Rica, Nicaragua, and Panama.
Peristylus citrinus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Peristylus citrinus?
Peristylus citrinus
What type of plant is Peristylus citrinus?
It is an epiphytic orchid.
Where is Peristylus citrinus found?
It is found in Central and South America.
Species in the Peristylus genus
Peristylus affinis, Peristylus aliformis, Peristylus aristatus, Peristylus banfieldii, Peristylus bismarckiensis, Peristylus brachypyhllus, Peristylus brevicalcar, Peristylus brevilobus, Peristylus calcaratus, Peristylus carolinensis, Peristylus chapaensis, Peristylus ciliatus, Peristylus ciliolatus, Peristylus citrinus, Peristylus commersonianus, Peristylus constrictus, Peristylus cubitalis, Peristylus cymbochilus, Peristylus densus, Peristylus djampangensis, Peristylus elbertii, Peristylus formosanus, Peristylus gardneri, Peristylus goodyeroides, Peristylus gracilis, Peristylus grandis, Peristylus hallieri, Peristylus hamiltonianus, Peristylus hatusimanus, Peristylus hollandiae, Peristylus holochila, Peristylus holttumianus, Peristylus holttumii, Peristylus iyoensis, Peristylus jinchuanicus, Peristylus kerrii, Peristylus kinabaluensis, Peristylus korinchensis, Peristylus kumaonensis, Peristylus lacertifer, Peristylus lancifolius, Peristylus latilobus, Peristylus lawii, Peristylus listeroides, Peristylus lombokensis, Peristylus macer, Peristylus maculifer, Peristylus maingayi, Peristylus minimiflorus, Peristylus monticola,
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-150412: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.