Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
vanillocarpum
ID:
309909

Status:
valid

Authors:
Barb.Rodr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Rodriguésia 2: 39 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000309241



Common Names

  • Selenipedium vanillocarpum
  • Vanillocarpum Selenipedium
  • Vanillocarpum Palm


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Description

Selenipedium vanillocarpum (also called Vanilla-fruited Selenipedium, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to Central America and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Selenipedium vanillocarpum is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and fruits. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, wounds and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Selenipedium vanillocarpum has small yellowish-green flowers with yellowish-brown fruits. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are short and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Selenipedium vanillocarpum can be propagated by division or by seed. The plant should be grown in a sunny location in well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Selenipedium vanillocarpum

Selenipedium vanillocarpum can be found in the tropical rainforest of Central and South America.

Selenipedium vanillocarpum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Selenipedium vanillocarpum?

Selenipedium vanillocarpum

What is the family of Selenipedium vanillocarpum?

Orchidaceae

Where is Selenipedium vanillocarpum native to?

Venezuela

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,