Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
labiosum
ID:
336462

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rich.) C.Schweinf.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 14(3): 184 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000335794



Common Names

  • Zygosepalum labiosum
  • Labiosum Zygosepalum
  • Lipped Zygosepalum


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Synonyms

  • Menadenium labiosum (Rich.) Cogn. [unknown]
  • Menadenium rostratum Raf. [unknown]
  • Zygopetalum labiosum (Rich.) L.O.Williams [unknown]
  • Zygopetalum rostratum Hook. [unknown]
  • Zygosepalum rostratum Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Epidendrum labiosum Rich. [unknown]
  • Eulophia rostrata Steud. [unknown]

Description

Zygosepalum labiosum (also called Lipped Zygosepalum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to South America. It is a small, herbaceous plant with small, white flowers and small, oval leaves. It prefers wet, shady habitats and is often found in rainforests, swamps, and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Zygosepalum labiosum is an ornamental plant that is used to decorate gardens and homes. It is also used to make herbal teas and tinctures for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Zygosepalum labiosum is white, with 6 petals, and a yellow center. Its seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zygosepalum labiosum is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The plant should be grown in a well-draining medium, such as sphagnum moss or bark, and watered regularly. Propagation is done through division of the rhizomes.

Where to Find Zygosepalum labiosum

Zygosepalum labiosum can be found in Brazil.

Zygosepalum labiosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zygosepalum labiosum?

Zygosepalum labiosum

What is the common name of Zygosepalum labiosum?

Lipped Zygosepalum

What is the natural habitat of Zygosepalum labiosum?

It is native to Central and South America, where it grows in moist forests and grasslands.

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-216164: Based on the initial data import
Louis Claude Richard (1754-1821): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rich.' in the authors string.
Charles Schweinfurth (1890-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Schweinf.' in the authors string.