Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
bennettii
ID:
318838

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Garay) Dressler & N.H.Williams

Source:
wcs

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Amer. Orchid Soc. Bull. 39: 326 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000318170



Common Names

  • Systeloglossum bennettii
  • Bennett's Systeloglossum
  • Bennett's Tongue Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Diadeniopsis bennettii (Garay) Szlach. [unknown]
  • Diadenium bennettii Garay [unknown]

Description

Systeloglossum bennettii (also called Bennett's Moonflower, among many other common names) is a species of aroid, native to Central and South America. It is a climbing plant, with leaves that are usually heart-shaped, and can grow up to 3 m in height. It is found in tropical rainforests, in areas with high humidity and temperatures between 15-30°C.

Uses & Benefits

Systeloglossum bennettii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Systeloglossum bennettii is a small, yellowish-green, tubular flower with a white lip. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Systeloglossum bennettii is a tropical plant native to Central America. It is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. It prefers full sun to partial shade and regular watering.

Where to Find Systeloglossum bennettii

Systeloglossum bennettii is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical forests.

Systeloglossum bennettii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Systeloglossum bennettii?

Systeloglossum bennettii

What type of plant is Systeloglossum bennettii?

It is an epiphytic orchid

Where is Systeloglossum bennettii native to?

It is native to Central and South America

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-199147: Based on the initial data import
Robert Louis Dressler (1927-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dressler' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.
Norris H. Williams (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.H.Williams' in the authors string.