Status:
valid
Authors:
Cham.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1833
Citation Micro:
Linnaea 8: 197 (1833)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000817611
Common Names
- Prismatocarpus candolleanus
- Candollean's Prismatocarpus
- Candollean's Foxglove
Description
Prismatocarpus candolleanus (also called Candolle's Prismatocarpus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Apocynaceae family. It is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It is native to South America and is found in tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Prismatocarpus candolleanus is used to make furniture, as firewood, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Prismatocarpus candolleanus has small, star-shaped flowers with four petals and four sepals. The seeds are small and black, with a smooth, glossy surface. The seedlings are small and green, with a rounded shape.
Cultivation and Propagation
Prismatocarpus candolleanus is a terrestrial orchid native to Brazil. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Cultivation is best done in a medium to bright light with temperatures ranging from 18-25°C (64-77°F). The soil should be kept moist but not soggy and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Prismatocarpus candolleanus
Prismatocarpus candolleanus is native to Mexico and can be found in the tropical rainforests of the country.
Prismatocarpus candolleanus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Prismatocarpus candolleanus?
Prismatocarpus candolleanus
What is the common name of Prismatocarpus candolleanus?
Candollean's Prismatocarpus
What is the natural habitat of Prismatocarpus candolleanus?
It is found in tropical rainforests.
Species in the Prismatocarpus genus
Prismatocarpus alpinus,
Prismatocarpus altiflorus,
Prismatocarpus brevilobus,
Prismatocarpus campanuloides,
Prismatocarpus lycioides,
Prismatocarpus lycopodioides,
Prismatocarpus nitidus,
Prismatocarpus pauciflorus,
Prismatocarpus pedunculatus,
Prismatocarpus pilosus,
Prismatocarpus lasiophyllus,
Prismatocarpus rogersii,
Prismatocarpus schlechteri,
Prismatocarpus sessilis,
Prismatocarpus spinosus,
Prismatocarpus tenellus,
Prismatocarpus tenerrimus,
Prismatocarpus cliffortioides,
Prismatocarpus cordifolius,
Prismatocarpus debilis,
Prismatocarpus decurrens,
Prismatocarpus diffusus,
Prismatocarpus fastigiatus,
Prismatocarpus hispidus,
Prismatocarpus implicatus,
Prismatocarpus fruticosus,
Prismatocarpus candolleanus,
Species in the Campanulaceae family
Adenophora amurica,
Adenophora brevidiscifera,
Adenophora capillaris,
Adenophora changaica,
Adenophora coelestis,
Adenophora contracta,
Adenophora cordifolia,
Adenophora divaricata,
Adenophora elata,
Adenophora fusifolia,
Adenophora gmelinii,
Adenophora golubinzevaeana,
Adenophora grandiflora,
Adenophora hatsushimae,
Adenophora himalayana,
Adenophora hubeiensis,
Adenophora izuensis,
Adenophora jacutica,
Adenophora jasionifolia,
Adenophora khasiana,
Adenophora lamarkii,
Adenophora liliifolia,
Adenophora liliifolioides,
Adenophora lobophylla,
Adenophora longipedicellata,
Adenophora maximowicziana,
Adenophora micrantha,
Adenophora morrisonensis,
Adenophora nikoensis,
Adenophora ningxianica,
Adenophora palustris,
Adenophora pereskiifolia,
Adenophora petiolata,
Adenophora pinifolia,
Adenophora polyantha,
Adenophora potaninii,
Adenophora probatovae,
Adenophora remotidens,
Adenophora remotiflora,
Adenophora rupestris,
Adenophora rupincola,
Adenophora sinensis,
Adenophora stenanthina,
Adenophora stenophylla,
Adenophora stricta,
Adenophora sublata,
Adenophora takedai,
Adenophora tashiroi,
Adenophora taurica,
Adenophora trachelioides,