Psilochilus szlachetkoanus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
szlachetkoanus
ID:
1334319
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kolan.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
PeerJ 4(e2600): 20 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346773
Common Names
- Psilochilus Szlachetkoanus
- Szlachetkoanus Psilochilus
- Szlachetko's Psilochilus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Psilochilus szlachetkoanus (also called Szlachetko's psilochilus, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Colombia. It has long, thin leaves and small white flowers. This plant is found in tropical rainforests and moist areas.
Uses & Benefits
Psilochilus szlachetkoanus is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Psilochilus szlachetkoanus is a small, white, five-petalled flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Psilochilus szlachetkoanus can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and placed in a potting mix that is kept moist. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Psilochilus szlachetkoanus
Psilochilus szlachetkoanus is native to Colombia.
Psilochilus szlachetkoanus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Psilochilus szlachetkoanus?
Psilochilus szlachetkoanus
What is the common name of Psilochilus szlachetkoanus?
Szlachetko's Psilochilus
What is the natural habitat of Psilochilus szlachetkoanus?
It is found in rainforest habitats in Costa Rica and Panama
Species in the Psilochilus genus
Psilochilus carinatus, Psilochilus dusenianus, Psilochilus macrophyllus, Psilochilus maderoi, Psilochilus modestus, Psilochilus mollis, Psilochilus physurifolius, Psilochilus panamensis, Psilochilus vallecaucanus, Psilochilus antioquiensis, Psilochilus tuerckheimii, Psilochilus sanderianus, Psilochilus alicjae, Psilochilus hatschbachii, Psilochilus dressleri, Psilochilus steyermarkii, Psilochilus minutifolius, Psilochilus francoae, Psilochilus szlachetkoanus,
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
Marta Kolanowska (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kolan.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77158122-1: Based on the initial data import