Phragmipedium caudatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
caudatum
ID:
270628
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lindl.) Rolfe
Source:
wcs
Year:
1896
Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 4: 332 (1896), in Supp. 3 as 'Phragmopedilum':.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000269960
Common Names
- Phragmipedium Caudatum
- Caudatum Phragmipedium
- Caudatum Slipper Orchid
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- Paphiopedilum caudatum (Lindl.) Pfitzer [unknown]
- Selenipedium caudatum (Lindl.) Rchb.f. [unknown]
- Cypripedium caudatum Lindl. [unknown]
- Phragmopedilum caudatum (Lindl.) Pfitzer [unknown]
Description
Phragmipedium caudatum (also called Caudate Slipper Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to India, China, and Southeast Asia. It grows in humid, shady forests, usually on trees or rocks.
Uses & Benefits
Phragmipedium caudatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Phragmipedium caudatum has a large, yellow flower with three petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have two, long, thin leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Phragmipedium caudatum can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a well-draining, humus-rich soil. It should be kept moist but not wet, and should be fertilized regularly. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade.
Where to Find Phragmipedium caudatum
Phragmipedium caudatum can be found in tropical forests in Colombia and Ecuador.
Phragmipedium caudatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phragmipedium caudatum?
Phragmipedium caudatum
What is the common name of Phragmipedium caudatum?
Tailed Phragmipedium
What is the natural habitat of Phragmipedium caudatum?
Phragmipedium caudatum is native to Colombia and Ecuador.
Species in the Phragmipedium genus
Phragmipedium besseae, Phragmipedium boissierianum, Phragmipedium caricinum, Phragmipedium caudatum, Phragmipedium christiansenianum, Phragmipedium fischeri, Phragmipedium hirtzii, Phragmipedium humboldtii, Phragmipedium klotzschianum, Phragmipedium lindenii, Phragmipedium lindleyanum, Phragmipedium longifolium, Phragmipedium pearcei, Phragmipedium richteri, Phragmipedium roethianum, Phragmipedium sargentianum, Phragmipedium schlimii, Phragmipedium vittatum, Phragmipedium warszewiczianum, Phragmipedium brasiliense, Phragmipedium kovachii, Phragmipedium andreettae, Phragmipedium pfitzerianum, Phragmipedium anguloi, Phragmipedium guianense,
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-152853: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Robert Allen Rolfe (1855-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rolfe' in the authors string.