Status:
valid
Authors:
Cavestro & Ormerod
Source:
wcs
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Orchidophile (Deuil-la-Barre) 166: 180 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000805545
Common Names
- Chiloschista rodriguezii
- Rodriguez's Chiloschista
- Rodriguez's Orchid
Description
Chiloschista rodriguezii (also called 'Rodriguez's Chiloschista', among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Central America and Mexico. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Chiloschista rodriguezii is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chiloschista rodriguezii has small, white flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chiloschista rodriguezii is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It is a relatively easy plant to grow and propagate, and is tolerant of a wide range of conditions. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept in a warm, humid environment. It should be watered regularly, but not too often, and should be allowed to dry out slightly between waterings. Propagation is best done by division, as it can be difficult to propagate from seed.
Where to Find Chiloschista rodriguezii
Chiloschista rodriguezii is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America.
Chiloschista rodriguezii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chiloschista rodriguezii?
Chiloschista rodriguezii
What is the growth rate of Chiloschista rodriguezii?
Chiloschista rodriguezii grows at a moderate rate.
What is the best soil type for Chiloschista rodriguezii?
Chiloschista rodriguezii prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.
Species in the Chiloschista genus
Chiloschista rodriguezii,
Chiloschista extinctoriformis,
Chiloschista exuperei,
Chiloschista fasciata,
Chiloschista glandulosa,
Chiloschista godefroyana,
Chiloschista guangdongensis,
Chiloschista loheri,
Chiloschista lunifera,
Chiloschista parishii,
Chiloschista phyllorhiza,
Chiloschista ramifera,
Chiloschista segawae,
Chiloschista sweelimii,
Chiloschista taeniophyllum,
Chiloschista treubii,
Chiloschista trudelii,
Chiloschista usneoides,
Chiloschista viridiflava,
Chiloschista yunnanensis,
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,
References
William Cavestro: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cavestro' in the authors string.