Rhynchostele humeana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
humeana
ID:
297236
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Rchb.f.) Soto Arenas & Salazar
Source:
wcs
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Orquidea (Mexico City) , n.s., 13: 149 (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000296568
Common Names
- Rhynchostele humeana
- Hume's Star
- Hume Star
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- Lemboglossum humeanum (Rchb.f.) Bockemühl ex R.Diekmann [unknown]
- Odontoglossum humeanum Rchb.f. [unknown]
- Odontoglossum rossii humeanum (Rchb.f.) A.H.Kent [unknown]
- Amparoa humeana (Rchb.f.) Archila [unknown]
Description
Rhynchostele humeana (also called Humeana, 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 humeana is used for its ornamental value in gardens and as a cut flower.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rhynchostele humeana has small, yellow flowers with a pleasant scent. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rhynchostele humeana is a small tree native to Central and South America. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is typically done by seed, which should be planted in a warm, moist environment. Germination can take up to 8 weeks.
Where to Find Rhynchostele humeana
Rhynchostele humeana can be found in Central America, South America, and the Caribbean.
Rhynchostele humeana FAQ
What is the common name of Rhynchostele humeana?
Humeana Rhynchostele
What is the natural habitat of Rhynchostele humeana?
Tropical dry forests
What is the average height of Rhynchostele humeana?
Up to 8 meters
Species in the Rhynchostele genus
Rhynchostele aptera, Rhynchostele bictoniensis, Rhynchostele candidula, Rhynchostele cervantesii, Rhynchostele cordata, Rhynchostele ehrenbergii, Rhynchostele galeottiana, Rhynchostele hortensiae, Rhynchostele humeana, Rhynchostele londesboroughiana, Rhynchostele maculata, Rhynchostele madrensis, Rhynchostele majalis, Rhynchostele pygmaea, Rhynchostele rossii, Rhynchostele stellata, Rhynchostele ureskinneri, Rhynchostele vexativa, Rhynchostele oscarii, Rhynchostele beloglossa,
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-178367: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' 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.