Status:
valid
Authors:
(G.P.Lewis & C.E.Hughes) Gagnon, G.P.Lewis & C.E.Hughes
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Taxon64: 482 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343082
Common Names
- Arquita celendiniana
- Celendiniana Arquita
- Arquita Orchid
Description
Arquita celendiniana (also called Arquita celendinensis, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the genus Arquita. It is found in Mexico and Guatemala. It grows in humid forests at elevations of up to 1,500 meters.
Uses & Benefits
Arquita celendiniana is used for medicinal purposes, as an ornamental plant, and for making furniture.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Arquita celendiniana is a yellow or orange-coloured labellum with a white or cream-coloured centre. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Arquita celendiniana is a hardy evergreen shrub that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. The plant can be propagated from cuttings taken in the spring or summer.
Where to Find Arquita celendiniana
Arquita celendiniana can be found in the Andes of Peru and Ecuador.
Arquita celendiniana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arquita celendiniana?
Arquita celendiniana
What is the common name of Arquita celendiniana?
Celendiniana Arquita
What is the natural habitat of Arquita celendiniana?
Tropical moist forests
Species in the Arquita genus
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Edeline Gagnon: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gagnon' in the authors string.