Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
vignoides
ID:
1043340

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rusby) A.Delgado

Source:
tro

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Amer. J. Bot.98: 1708 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001042678

Common Names

  • Condylostylis vignoides
  • Vignoides Condylostylis
  • Vignoid Condylostylis

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Description

Condylostylis vignoides (also called Vignoid Condylostylis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It has a slender stem with alternate, trifoliate leaves. Its white flowers are arranged in a terminal raceme. It is found in moist woods, meadows, and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Condylostylis vignoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Condylostylis vignoides has white flowers with a yellow center and a yellow-green throat. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons and a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Condylostylis vignoides is a terrestrial orchid that is native to the tropical rainforests of South America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. To cultivate this species, it is best to use a medium that is composed of equal parts of sphagnum moss and perlite. The medium should be kept moist but not soggy. The plant should be grown in partial shade and in temperatures between 60-80°F (15-26°C). Fertilize monthly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Condylostylis vignoides

Condylostylis vignoides is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Henry Hurd Rusby (1855-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rusby' in the authors string.
Alfonso Delgado Salinas (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Delgado' in the authors string.