Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
amazonicus
ID:
562001

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ducke) Fosberg

Source:
cmp

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 55: 101 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000561333

Common Names

  • Batocarpus amazonicus
  • Amazonicus Batocarpus
  • Batocarpus Amazonicus

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Synonyms

  • Anonocarpus amazonicus Ducke [unknown]
  • Batocarpus maranhensis Emygdio & Emmerich [unknown]

Description

Batocarpus amazonicus (also called Amazonicus Star Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central and South America. It is a small epiphytic orchid with a single leaf and a short stem. The flowers are white and have a yellowish-green center. It grows in wet forests, usually in the canopy of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Batocarpus amazonicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, cough, and asthma.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Batocarpus amazonicus is a white or pinkish-white color with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Batocarpus amazonicus can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of indirect light.

Where to Find Batocarpus amazonicus

Batocarpus amazonicus can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Batocarpus amazonicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Batocarpus amazonicus?

Batocarpus amazonicus

What is the common name of Batocarpus amazonicus?

Amazonicus Batocarpus

What is the natural habitat of Batocarpus amazonicus?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

Species in the Moraceae family

Allaeanthus greveanus, Allaeanthus kurzii, Allaeanthus luzonicus, Allaeanthus zeylanicus, Antiaris toxicaria, Antiaropsis decipiens, Antiaropsis uniflora, Artocarpus albobrunneus, Artocarpus altilis, Artocarpus altissimus, Artocarpus anisophyllus, Artocarpus annulatus, Artocarpus avatifolius, Artocarpus blancoi, Artocarpus brevipedunculatus, Artocarpus camansi, Artocarpus chama, Artocarpus corneri, Artocarpus elasticus, Artocarpus excelsus, Artocarpus fulvicortex, Artocarpus glaucus, Artocarpus gomezianus, Artocarpus gongshanensis, Artocarpus heterophyllus, Artocarpus hirsutus, Artocarpus hispidus, Artocarpus horridus, Artocarpus hypargyreus, Artocarpus integer, Artocarpus jarrettiae, Artocarpus kemando, Artocarpus lacucha, Artocarpus lanceifolius, Artocarpus longifolius, Artocarpus lowii, Artocarpus mariannensis, Artocarpus multifidus, Artocarpus nanchuanensis, Artocarpus nigrifolius, Artocarpus nitidus, Artocarpus nobilis, Artocarpus obtusus, Artocarpus odoratissimus, Artocarpus palembanicus, Artocarpus petelotii, Artocarpus pinnatisectus, Artocarpus pithecogallus, Artocarpus primackii, Artocarpus reticulatus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2671066: Based on the initial data import
Francis Raymond Fosberg (1908-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fosberg' in the authors string.
Adolpho Ducke (1876-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ducke' in the authors string.