Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
angustiflorus
ID:
819425

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltdl. ex Zahlbr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 24: 378 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000818759

Common Names

  • Narrow-Flowered Mountain-Heliotrope
  • Narrow-Flowered Mountain-Lobelia
  • Narrow-Flowered Mountain-Syringa

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Description

Siphocampylus angustiflorus (also called Narrow-flowered Siphocampylus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to South America. It is an epiphytic orchid with a basal rosette of leaves and produces a single flower head with white ray florets and yellow disc florets. It is found in humid forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Siphocampylus angustiflorus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Siphocampylus angustiflorus are white and tubular, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Siphocampylus angustiflorus is a terrestrial orchid native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The plant prefers a warm, humid climate and should be grown in a well-draining potting mix. It should be watered regularly, but not allowed to become waterlogged. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Siphocampylus angustiflorus

Siphocampylus angustiflorus can be found in Mexico and Guatemala.

Siphocampylus angustiflorus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Siphocampylus angustiflorus?

Siphocampylus angustiflorus

What is the common name of Siphocampylus angustiflorus?

Narrow-flowered Siphocampylus

What is the natural habitat of Siphocampylus angustiflorus?

Siphocampylus angustiflorus is native to Central and South America

Species in the Siphocampylus genus

Siphocampylus yumuriensis, Siphocampylus platysiphon, Siphocampylus asplundii, Siphocampylus splendens, Siphocampylus oscitans, Siphocampylus yerbalensis, Siphocampylus scandens, Siphocampylus longior, Siphocampylus plegmatocaulis, Siphocampylus praevaricator, Siphocampylus adhaerens, Siphocampylus ambivalens, Siphocampylus ayersiae, Siphocampylus sanchezii, Siphocampylus fallax, Siphocampylus rictus, Siphocampylus smilax, Siphocampylus angustiflorus, Siphocampylus amoenus, Siphocampylus amalfiensis, Siphocampylus albus, Siphocampylus apricus, Siphocampylus arachnes, Siphocampylus funiculosus, Siphocampylus furax, Siphocampylus giganteus, Siphocampylus glaber, Siphocampylus glareosus, Siphocampylus albiguttur, Siphocampylus bogotensis, Siphocampylus williamsii, Siphocampylus biserratus, Siphocampylus bilabiatus, Siphocampylus bichromatus, Siphocampylus betulifolius, Siphocampylus antioquianus, Siphocampylus benthamianus, Siphocampylus baracoensis, Siphocampylus avicularis, Siphocampylus aurocinctus, Siphocampylus aureus, Siphocampylus attenuatus, Siphocampylus argutus, Siphocampylus argentinus, Siphocampylus isochilus, Siphocampylus jelskii, Siphocampylus keissleri, Siphocampylus krauseanus, Siphocampylus affinis, Siphocampylus goebelii,

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-356550: Based on the initial data import
Diederich Franz Leonhard von Schlechtendal (1794-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltdl.' in the authors string.
Alexander Zahlbruckner (1860-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zahlbr.' in the authors string.