Systeloglossum panamense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
panamense
ID:
318842
Status:
valid
Authors:
Dressler & N.H.Williams
Source:
wcs
Year:
1970
Citation Micro:
Amer. Orchid Soc. Bull. 39: 326 (1970)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000318174
Common Names
- Systeloglossum panamense
- Panamanian Systeloglossum
- Panamanian Tongue Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Systeloglossum panamense (also called Panama 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 panamense 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 panamense 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Systeloglossum panamense 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 panamense
Systeloglossum panamense can be found in Panama, Costa Rica, and Nicaragua.
Systeloglossum panamense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Systeloglossum panamense?
Systeloglossum panamense
What type of plant is Systeloglossum panamense?
It is an epiphytic orchid
Where is Systeloglossum panamense native to?
It is native to Panama
Species in the Systeloglossum 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-199150: Based on the initial data import
Robert Louis Dressler (1927-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dressler' in the authors string.
Norris H. Williams (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.H.Williams' in the authors string.