Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
ravidus
ID:
819658

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Wimm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 26: 13 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000818992

Common Names

  • Ravidus Orchid
  • Ravidus Orchid
  • Ravidus Orchid

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Description

Siphocampylus ravidus (also called Pizote, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Campanulaceae. It is a perennial herb with an ovate leaf shape and a white flower color. It is native to Colombia and Venezuela, and is found in wet montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Siphocampylus ravidus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-fungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Siphocampylus ravidus is yellowish-white with pinkish stripes. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Siphocampylus ravidus is a terrestrial orchid native to South America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate in well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter. It prefers partial shade and needs to be watered regularly. Propagation is done by division or by seed.

Where to Find Siphocampylus ravidus

Siphocampylus ravidus can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Siphocampylus ravidus FAQ

What are the common names of Siphocampylus ravidus?

Rave Siphocampylus

What is the natural habitat of Siphocampylus ravidus?

It is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America.

What are the characteristics of Siphocampylus ravidus?

It is an evergreen shrub with small, yellow flowers and aromatic leaves.

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,

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