Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
macropterum
ID:
580873

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) D.M.Johnson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 11(2): 340. 1986

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000580205

Common Names

  • Callaeum macropterum
  • Macropterum Callaeum
  • Macropterum Plant

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Synonyms

  • Hiraea macroptera DC. [unknown]
  • Mascagnia macroptera Nied. [unknown]
  • Mascagnia macroptera flabellariicarpa Nied. [unknown]
  • Mascagnia macroptera jussieuana Nied. [unknown]

Description

Callaeum macropterum (also called 'Macropterum Callaeum', among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in South America. It has a single leaf and a single flower, with a labellum that is white or cream-coloured and has a yellow or orange centre. It grows in open forests and woodlands, and is found in the countries of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Uses & Benefits

Callaeum macropterum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a source of food, and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Callaeum macropterum is a yellowish-green color, with a long, slender tube and a wide, shallow, bowl-shaped corolla. The seed of Callaeum macropterum is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Callaeum macropterum are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Callaeum macropterum is a tropical evergreen shrub that is native to tropical regions of South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in partial shade. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers a warm, humid environment and should be fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Callaeum macropterum

Callaeum macropterum is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Callaeum macropterum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Callaeum macropterum?

Callaeum macropterum

What are the common names of Callaeum macropterum?

Macropterum Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Callaeum macropterum?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Malpighiaceae family

Acmanthera cowanii, Acmanthera duckei, Acmanthera fernandesii, Acmanthera latifolia, Acmanthera longifolia, Acmanthera minima, Acmanthera parviflora, Acridocarpus adenophorus, Acridocarpus alopecurus, Acridocarpus alternifolius, Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus, Acridocarpus ballyi, Acridocarpus camerunensis, Acridocarpus chevalieri, Acridocarpus chloropterus, Acridocarpus congestus, Acridocarpus congolensis, Acridocarpus excelsus, Acridocarpus glaucescens, Acridocarpus hirundo, Acridocarpus humbertii, Acridocarpus humblotii, Acridocarpus katangensis, Acridocarpus ledermannii, Acridocarpus longifolius, Acridocarpus macrocalyx, Acridocarpus mayumbensis, Acridocarpus monodii, Acridocarpus natalitius, Acridocarpus oppositifolius, Acridocarpus orientalis, Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus, Acridocarpus perrieri, Acridocarpus plagiopterus, Acridocarpus prasinus, Acridocarpus scheffleri, Acridocarpus smeathmannii, Acridocarpus socotranus, Acridocarpus spectabilis, Acridocarpus staudtii, Acridocarpus ugandensis, Acridocarpus vanderystii, Acridocarpus vivy, Acridocarpus zanzibaricus, Adelphia hiraea, Adelphia macrophylla, Adelphia mirabilis, Adelphia platyrachis, Aenigmatanthera doniana, Aenigmatanthera lasiandra,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2691901: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
David Mark Johnson (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.M.Johnson' in the authors string.