Status:
valid
Authors:
Lindl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1853
Citation Micro:
Fol. Orchid. 4: 3 (1853)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000257565
Common Names
- Cephalotes Acampe
- Tailflower Orchid
- Tail Orchid
Synonyms
- Saccolabium cephalotes Hook.f. [unknown]
- Gastrochilus cephalotes Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Acampe cephalotes (also called 'Cephalotes Acampe', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of Asia. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in the understory of tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Acampe cephalotes is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, skin diseases, and stomach ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Acampe cephalotes is white with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, ovoid capsule containing several small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and slender, with a single, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acampe cephalotes is a species of orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is an epiphytic plant that grows in humid, shady areas. It can be propagated by seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. The seedlings should be kept moist and in a warm, shaded area until they are established. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until established.
Where to Find Acampe cephalotes
Acampe cephalotes can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Acampe cephalotes FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acampe cephalotes?
Acampe cephalotes
What is the common name of Acampe cephalotes?
Cephalotes Acampe
What is the family of Acampe cephalotes?
Orchidaceae
Species in the Acampe genus
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii,
Aa hartwegii,
Aa hieronymi,
Aa leucantha,
Aa lorentzii,
Aa macra,
Aa achalensis,
Aa maderoi,
Aa mandonii,
Aa matthewsii,
Aa microtidis,
Aa paleacea,
Aa argyrolepis,
Aa riobambae,
Aa rosei,
Aa schickendanzii,
Aa sphaeroglossa,
Aa trilobulata,
Aa weddelliana,
Aa aurantiaca,
Aa calceata,
Aa colombiana,
Aa denticulata,
Aa erosa,
Aa figueroi,
Aa lozanoi,
Aa lehmannii,
Acampe carinata,
Acampe cephalotes,
Acampe ochracea,
Acampe pachyglossa,
Acampe praemorsa,
Acampe joiceyana,
Acampe hulae,
Acanthophippium bicolor,
Acanthophippium chrysoglossum,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Acanthophippium eburneum,
Acanthophippium gougahense,
Acanthophippium javanicum,
Acanthophippium lilacinum,
Acanthophippium mantinianum,
Acanthophippium parviflorum,
Acanthophippium pictum,
Acanthophippium splendidum,
Acanthophippium striatum,
Acanthophippium sylhetense,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Achlydosa glandulosa,
Acianthera aculeata,