Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
chixoyensis
ID:
1328114

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Mó & Cetzal

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Turkish J. Bot. 38: 989 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340568





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Description

Prosthechea chixoyensis (also called Chixoy Prosthechea, among many other common names) is a small succulent plant that grows in rosettes of tightly packed leaves. It is native to the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa and is typically found in rocky, semi-arid habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Prosthechea chixoyensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Prosthechea chixoyensis has yellow flowers and small black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a rosette shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Prosthechea chixoyensis is an orchid that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated from cuttings or by division. Cuttings should be taken from the plant in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. Division is done by carefully separating the offsets from the parent plant and replanting them in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not wet.

Where to Find Prosthechea chixoyensis

Prosthechea chixoyensis is native to Guatemala and can be found in the Chixoy Valley.

Prosthechea chixoyensis FAQ

What is the common name of Prosthechea chixoyensis?

Prosthechea chixoyensis is commonly known as the Chixoy Prosthechea.

What is the natural habitat of Prosthechea chixoyensis?

Prosthechea chixoyensis is native to Guatemala.

What is the optimal temperature for Prosthechea chixoyensis?

Prosthechea chixoyensis prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

Species in the Prosthechea genus

Prosthechea abbreviata, Prosthechea aemula, Prosthechea alagoensis, Prosthechea allemanii, Prosthechea allemanoides, Prosthechea aloisii, Prosthechea baculus, Prosthechea bennettii, Prosthechea bicamerata, Prosthechea boothiana, Prosthechea brachiata, Prosthechea brachychila, Prosthechea brassavolae, Prosthechea bulbosa, Prosthechea caetensis, Prosthechea calamaria, Prosthechea campos-portoi, Prosthechea campylostalix, Prosthechea carrii, Prosthechea chacaoensis, Prosthechea chimborazoensis, Prosthechea chondylobulbon, Prosthechea christyana, Prosthechea citrina, Prosthechea cochleata, Prosthechea concolor, Prosthechea cretacea, Prosthechea faresiana, Prosthechea fausta, Prosthechea favoris, Prosthechea fortunae, Prosthechea fragrans, Prosthechea garciana, Prosthechea ghiesbreghtiana, Prosthechea gilbertoi, Prosthechea glauca, Prosthechea glumacea, Prosthechea grammatoglossa, Prosthechea greenwoodiana, Prosthechea hajekii, Prosthechea hartwegii, Prosthechea hastata, Prosthechea ionocentra, Prosthechea ionophlebia, Prosthechea jauana, Prosthechea kautskyi, Prosthechea lambda, Prosthechea lindenii, Prosthechea livida, Prosthechea magnispatha,

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

William R. Cetzal-Ix: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cetzal' in the authors string.
Edgar Mó: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Mó' in the authors string.