Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Species:
ulei
ID:
1305996

Status:
valid

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

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 67: 441 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318450



Common Names

  • Caamembeca ulei
  • Ulei Caamembeca
  • Caamembeca Ulei


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Description

Caamembeca ulei (also called Camaenopsis ulei, 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 ulei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Caamembeca ulei is a yellow-greenish color, with four petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caamembeca ulei is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by seed in the fall.

Where to Find Caamembeca ulei

Caamembeca ulei can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Caamembeca ulei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caamembeca ulei?

Caamembeca ulei

What is the common name of Caamembeca ulei?

Ule's Caamembeca

Where is Caamembeca ulei found?

Caamembeca ulei is found in the Caribbean and Central America

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

Paul Hermann Wilhelm Taubert (1862-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Taub.' in the authors string.
José Floriano Barêa Pastore (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.B.Pastore' in the authors string.