Status:
valid
Authors:
Letouzey
Source:
cmp
Year:
1963
Citation Micro:
Fl. Cameroun 1: 141 (1963)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000558915
Common Names
- Balsamocitrus gabonensis
- Gabon Balsamocitrus
- Gabon Citrus
Description
Balsamocitrus camerunensis (also called 'Balsamocitrus', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central and South America. It is a small plant with a single, broad, green leaf and a single, upright flower spike. It grows in humid, tropical forests, often in the understory.
Uses & Benefits
Balsamocitrus camerunensis is used as a medicinal plant and for making paper pulp.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Balsamocitrus camerunensis are small, white and fragrant. The seeds are small, brown and round. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Balsamocitrus camerunensis is a species of orchid native to Mexico, Central America, and Colombia. It is best grown in a well-draining medium such as bark, perlite, or sphagnum moss. It prefers bright light and high humidity. Propagation is done by division or by seed.
Where to Find Balsamocitrus camerunensis
Balsamocitrus camerunensis is native to Africa, particularly in Cameroon.
Balsamocitrus camerunensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Balsamocitrus camerunensis?
Balsamocitrus camerunensis
What is the common name of Balsamocitrus camerunensis?
Cameroon Balsamocitrus
What is the natural habitat of Balsamocitrus camerunensis?
Tropical forests of Central and West Africa
Species in the Balsamocitrus genus
Species in the Rutaceae family
Acmadenia alternifolia,
Acmadenia argillophila,
Acmadenia baileyensis,
Acmadenia bodkinii,
Acmadenia burchellii,
Acmadenia candida,
Acmadenia densifolia,
Acmadenia faucitincta,
Acmadenia flaccida,
Acmadenia fruticosa,
Acmadenia gracilis,
Acmadenia heterophylla,
Acmadenia kiwanensis,
Acmadenia latifolia,
Acmadenia laxa,
Acmadenia macradenia,
Acmadenia macropetala,
Acmadenia maculata,
Acmadenia matroosbergensis,
Acmadenia mundiana,
Acmadenia nivea,
Acmadenia nivenii,
Acmadenia obtusata,
Acmadenia patentifolia,
Acmadenia rourkeana,
Acmadenia rupicola,
Acmadenia sheilae,
Acmadenia tenax,
Acmadenia teretifolia,
Acmadenia tetracarpellata,
Acmadenia tetragona,
Acmadenia trigona,
Acmadenia tenax,
Acmadenia argillophila,
Acmadenia macradenia,
Acmadenia teretifolia,
Acmadenia wittebergensis,
Acradenia euodiiformis,
Acradenia frankliniae,
Acronychia richards-beehleri,
Acronychia aberrans,
Acronychia acidula,
Acronychia acronychioides,
Acronychia acuminata,
Acronychia arfakensis,
Acronychia baeuerlenii,
Acronychia brassii,
Acronychia carrii,
Acronychia cartilaginea,
Acronychia chooreechillum,