Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
celendiniana
ID:
1330628

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

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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.

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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 Fabaceae family

References

Gwilym Peter Lewis (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.P.Lewis' in the authors string.
Colin Edward Hughes (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.E.Hughes' in the authors string.
Edeline Gagnon: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gagnon' in the authors string.