Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
costaricense
ID:
318839

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 19: 252 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000318171



Common Names

  • Systeloglossum costaricense
  • Costa Rican Systeloglossum
  • Costa Rican Tongue Orchid


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Description

Systeloglossum costaricense (also called Costa Rican 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 costaricense 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 costaricense 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 costaricense 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 costaricense

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

Systeloglossum costaricense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Systeloglossum costaricense?

Systeloglossum costaricense

What type of plant is Systeloglossum costaricense?

It is an epiphytic orchid

Where is Systeloglossum costaricense native to?

It is native to Costa Rica

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,

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