Status:
valid
Authors:
Griseb.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1874
Citation Micro:
Abh. Königl. Ges. Wiss. Göttingen 19: 201. 1874
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000818862
Common Names
- Foliosus Siphocampylus
- Siphocampylus foliosus
- Foliosus Siphocampylus
Description
Siphocampylus foliosus (also called Leafy Campanula, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the bellflower family. It is native to Central and South America, where it is found in moist forests and along streams. It is a perennial herb with white or pink flowers and lance-shaped leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Siphocampylus foliosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Siphocampylus foliosus is yellowish-green, with a yellowish-green lip. The seed is a small, black, ovoid capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single, erect, oval leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Siphocampylus foliosus is a species of orchid native to Brazil. It prefers a well-draining medium with plenty of organic matter. It should be kept in bright, indirect light and kept moist but not wet. Propagation is done through division of the rhizomes.
Where to Find Siphocampylus foliosus
Siphocampylus foliosus can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Siphocampylus foliosus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Siphocampylus foliosus?
Siphocampylus foliosus
What type of plant is Siphocampylus foliosus?
It is a species of flowering plant in the family Campanulaceae.
Where is Siphocampylus foliosus found?
It is found in Colombia and Ecuador.
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,