Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Species:
autranii
ID:
1306021

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Chodat) J.F.B.Pastore

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 42: 60 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318475



Common Names

  • Caamembeca autranii
  • Autran's Caamembeca
  • Autran Caamembeca


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Description

Caamembeca autranii (also called Camaenopsis autranii, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests, and is typically found growing on trees. It has a single, long, narrow leaf and a single, long-lasting, fragrant flower.

Uses & Benefits

Caamembeca autranii is used as an ornamental plant and is grown in gardens for its attractive foliage and white flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Caamembeca autranii has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caamembeca autranii is a small, perennial herb that grows in dry, rocky areas. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Caamembeca autranii

Caamembeca autranii can be found in the Brazilian Atlantic Forest.

Caamembeca autranii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caamembeca autranii?

Caamembeca autranii

What is the common name of Caamembeca autranii?

Unknown

Where is Caamembeca autranii found?

Brazil

Species in the Polygalaceae family

Acanthocladus brasiliensis, Acanthocladus guayaquilensis, Acanthocladus moyanoi, Acanthocladus scleroxylon, Acanthocladus tehuelchum, Acanthocladus colombianus, Acanthocladus dukei, Acanthocladus pulcherrimus, Acanthocladus santosii, Acanthocladus dichromus, Ancylotropis insignis, Ancylotropis malmeana, Asemeia grandiflora, Asemeia ignatii, Asemeia ilheotica, Asemeia lindmaniana, Asemeia marquesiana, Asemeia martiana, Asemeia monninoides, Asemeia parietaria, Asemeia pohliana, Asemeia rhodoptera, Asemeia glabra, Asemeia hirsuta, Asemeia apopetala, Asemeia echinosperma, Asemeia hondurana, Asemeia securidaca, Asemeia sphaerospora, Asemeia tonsa, Asemeia acuminata, Asemeia extraaxillaris, Asemeia galmeri, Asemeia hebeclada, Asemeia mollis, Asemeia monticola, Asemeia ovata, Asemeia pseudohebeclada, Asemeia tobatiensis, Asemeia violacea, Asemeia floribunda, Atroxima afzeliana, Atroxima liberica, Badiera cubensis, Badiera fuertesii, Badiera oblongata, Badiera penaea, Badiera propinqua, Badiera virgata, Badiera subrhombifolia,

References

Robert Hippolyte Chodat (1865-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chodat' in the authors string.
José Floriano Barêa Pastore (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.B.Pastore' in the authors string.