Status:
valid
Authors:
(Rchb.f.) Garay
Source:
wcs
Year:
1974
Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 9: 115 (1974)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000840533
Common Names
- Chamelophyton kegelii
- Kegel's Waxflower
- Waxflower
Description
Chamelophyton kegelii (also called Kegel's Chamelophyton, and many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It has white to pink flowers and grows in a variety of habitats, including coastal areas, woodlands, and shrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Chamelophyton kegelii is an ornamental plant that is popular in tropical gardens. It is known for its striking foliage and bright red new leaves. It is also used as a hedge or screen plant, as it can grow up to 6 feet tall. The leaves can be used in floral arrangements and the flowers can be used to make a fragrant tea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Chamelophyton kegelii are yellow and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chamelophyton kegelii is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sandy, well-draining soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a sandy, well-draining soil mix.
Where to Find Chamelophyton kegelii
Chamelophyton kegelii is native to South Africa.
Species in the Chamelophyton 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,