Asplundia cymbispatha - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cymbispatha
ID:
638405
Status:
valid
Authors:
Harling
Source:
wcs
Year:
1958
Citation Micro:
Acta Horti Berg. xviii. 220 (1958).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000637737
Common Names
- Asplundia cymbispatha
- Cup Orchid
- Cup-shaped Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Asplundia cymbispatha (also called Cymbispatha Asplundia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to Brazil and is found in open forests, scrub, and grasslands. It has leathery, glossy green leaves and fragrant white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Asplundia cymbispatha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its fragrant flowers and foliage.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Asplundia cymbispatha has white, fragrant flowers that grow in clusters of up to 20. The seeds are small and round. Seedlings are small and delicate, with light green leaves.
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Asplundia cymbispatha is a tropical plant that prefers warm temperatures and high humidity. It should be grown in a well-draining soil mix, with plenty of organic matter. It should be fertilized regularly during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer. Propagation is done by division or by stem cuttings.
Where to Find Asplundia cymbispatha
Asplundia cymbispatha is native to Colombia and can be found in wet montane forests at elevations of 1,400–2,000 m.
Asplundia cymbispatha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Asplundia cymbispatha?
Asplundia cymbispatha
What is the common name of Asplundia cymbispatha?
Cymbispatha Asplundia
Where is Asplundia cymbispatha native to?
Colombia
Species in the Asplundia genus
Asplundia acuminata, Asplundia ahlneri, Asplundia alata, Asplundia antioquiae, Asplundia aulacostigma, Asplundia aurantiaca, Asplundia australis, Asplundia brachyphylla, Asplundia brachypus, Asplundia brasiliensis, Asplundia cabrerae, Asplundia caput-medusae, Asplundia cayapensis, Asplundia clementinae, Asplundia cupulifera, Asplundia cuspidata, Asplundia cymbispatha, Asplundia divergens, Asplundia domingensis, Asplundia dussii, Asplundia ecuadoriensis, Asplundia euryspatha, Asplundia ewanii, Asplundia fagerlindii, Asplundia fanshawei, Asplundia fendleri, Asplundia ferruginea, Asplundia flavovaginata, Asplundia gamotepala, Asplundia gardneri, Asplundia gigantea, Asplundia glandulosa, Asplundia glaucophylla, Asplundia gleasonii, Asplundia goebelii, Asplundia guianensis, Asplundia harlingiana, Asplundia helicotricha, Asplundia heteranthera, Asplundia hookeri, Asplundia humilis, Asplundia insignis, Asplundia isabellina, Asplundia krukoffii, Asplundia labela, Asplundia latifolia, Asplundia latifrons, Asplundia liebmannii, Asplundia lilacina, Asplundia longicrura,
Species in the Cyclanthaceae family
Asplundia acuminata, Asplundia ahlneri, Asplundia alata, Asplundia antioquiae, Asplundia aulacostigma, Asplundia aurantiaca, Asplundia australis, Asplundia brachyphylla, Asplundia brachypus, Asplundia brasiliensis, Asplundia cabrerae, Asplundia caput-medusae, Asplundia cayapensis, Asplundia clementinae, Asplundia cupulifera, Asplundia cuspidata, Asplundia cymbispatha, Asplundia divergens, Asplundia domingensis, Asplundia dussii, Asplundia ecuadoriensis, Asplundia euryspatha, Asplundia ewanii, Asplundia fagerlindii, Asplundia fanshawei, Asplundia fendleri, Asplundia ferruginea, Asplundia flavovaginata, Asplundia gamotepala, Asplundia gardneri, Asplundia gigantea, Asplundia glandulosa, Asplundia glaucophylla, Asplundia gleasonii, Asplundia goebelii, Asplundia guianensis, Asplundia harlingiana, Asplundia helicotricha, Asplundia heteranthera, Asplundia hookeri, Asplundia humilis, Asplundia insignis, Asplundia isabellina, Asplundia krukoffii, Asplundia labela, Asplundia latifolia, Asplundia latifrons, Asplundia liebmannii, Asplundia lilacina, Asplundia longicrura,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-275709: Based on the initial data import
Gunnar Harling (1920-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harling' in the authors string.