Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
coelestis
ID:
297247

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f. ex A.H.Kent

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Man. Orchid. Pl. 7: 53 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000296579



Common Names

  • Rhynchostylis coelestis
  • Celestial Rhynchostylis
  • Celestial's Rhynchostylis


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Synonyms

  • Saccolabium coeleste Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Vanda pseudocaerulescens Guillaumin [unknown]

Description

Rhynchostylis coelestis (also called Coelestis, 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

Rhynchostylis coelestis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhynchostylis coelestis 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhynchostylis coelestis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Division is best done in the spring or fall. The plant can be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in a new pot.

Where to Find Rhynchostylis coelestis

Rhynchostylis coelestis can be found in Central America, South America, and the Caribbean.

Rhynchostylis coelestis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhynchostylis coelestis?

Rhynchostylis coelestis

What is the common name of Rhynchostylis coelestis?

Celestial palm

What is the natural habitat of Rhynchostylis coelestis?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Rhynchostylis genus

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-178378: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Adolphus Henry Kent (1828-1913): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.H.Kent' in the authors string.