Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
cervantesii
ID:
297229

Status:
valid

Authors:
(La Llave & Lex.) Soto Arenas & Salazar

Source:
wcs

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Orquidea (Mexico City) , n.s., 13: 148 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000296561



Common Names

  • Rhynchostele cervantesii
  • Cervantes' Star
  • Cervantes Star


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Synonyms

  • Lemboglossum cervantesii (La Llave & Lex.) Halb. [unknown]
  • Odontoglossum cervantesii Lex. [unknown]
  • Oncidium cervantesii Beer [unknown]
  • Amparoa cervantesii (La Llave & Lex.) Archila [unknown]
  • Cymbiglossum cervantesii (La Llave & Lex.) Halb. [unknown]

Description

Rhynchostele cervantesii (also called Cervantesii, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, and Nicaragua. It is found in wet montane forests at elevations of 1,200–2,000 m. It has an erect, unbranched stem with a single, terminal inflorescence.

Uses & Benefits

Rhynchostele cervantesii has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and skin diseases. It has also been used as a natural insect repellent and to treat fungal infections.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Rhynchostele cervantesii sub. membranacea (Lindl.) Soto Arenas & Salazar
Rhynchostele cervantesii sub. halbingeriana Soto Arenas & Hágsater
Rhynchostele cervantesii sub. cervantesii

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rhynchostele cervantesii is yellow and has a cup-shaped form. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhynchostele cervantesii is a slow-growing, drought-tolerant species that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils and is best grown in full sun. It requires minimal maintenance and can be propagated from seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Rhynchostele cervantesii

Rhynchostele cervantesii can be found in Central America, South America, and the Caribbean.

Rhynchostele cervantesii FAQ

What is the common name of Rhynchostele cervantesii?

Cervantes's Rhynchostele

What is the natural habitat of Rhynchostele cervantesii?

Tropical dry forests

What is the average height of Rhynchostele cervantesii?

Up to 8 meters

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-178360: Based on the initial data import
Pablo de La Llave (1773-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'La Llave' in the authors string.
Juan José Martínez de Lexarza (1772-1824): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lex.' in the authors string.
Gerardo A. Salazar (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salazar' in the authors string.
Miguel Ángel Soto Arenas (1963-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soto Arenas' in the authors string.