Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
yamilethae
ID:
806217

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pupulin

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Vanishing Beauty, Native Costa Rican Orchids 1: 111 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000805551

Common Names

  • Chondroscaphe yamilethae
  • Yamilethae Chondroscaphe
  • Yamilethae Orchid

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Description

Chondroscaphe yamilethae (also called 'Yamileth's Chondroscaphe', among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the Oncidiinae subfamily. It is native to Central America and Mexico. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Chondroscaphe yamilethae is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chondroscaphe yamilethae is a white to pale yellow, with a yellowish-green lip. The seed is a small, black, shiny, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chondroscaphe yamilethae is a small, evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained, moist soil, but can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is best done by cuttings or seed.

Where to Find Chondroscaphe yamilethae

Chondroscaphe yamilethae is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Chondroscaphe yamilethae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chondroscaphe yamilethae?

Chondroscaphe yamilethae

What is the growth rate of Chondroscaphe yamilethae?

Chondroscaphe yamilethae grows at a moderate rate.

What is the best soil type for Chondroscaphe yamilethae?

Chondroscaphe yamilethae prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-343842: Based on the initial data import
Franco Pupulin (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pupulin' in the authors string.