Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
psilophyllum
ID:
580876

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Juss.) D.M.Johnson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 11: 351 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000580208

Common Names

  • Callaeum psilophyllum
  • Psilophyllum Callaeum
  • Psilophyllum Plant

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Synonyms

  • Hiraea candicans A.Rich. [unknown]
  • Hiraea platyptera Griseb. [unknown]
  • Hiraea psilophylla A.Juss. [unknown]
  • Mascagnia psilophylla Griseb. [unknown]
  • Mascagnia pachyptera Rusby [unknown]

Description

Callaeum psilophyllum (also called 'Psilophyllum 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 psilophyllum 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 psilophyllum is a yellowish-green color, with a long, slender tube and a wide, shallow, bowl-shaped corolla. The seed of Callaeum psilophyllum is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Callaeum psilophyllum are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Callaeum psilophyllum is an epiphytic orchid that can be grown in a pot or basket. It prefers bright light and should be grown in a well-draining potting mix. Water regularly and fertilize monthly in the growing season. Propagate by division or by seed.

Where to Find Callaeum psilophyllum

Callaeum psilophyllum is found in tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Callaeum psilophyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Callaeum psilophyllum?

Callaeum psilophyllum

What are the common names of Callaeum psilophyllum?

Psilophyllum Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Callaeum psilophyllum?

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-2691904: Based on the initial data import
Adrien-Henri de Jussieu (1797-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Juss.' in the authors string.
David Mark Johnson (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.M.Johnson' in the authors string.