Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ionodon
ID:
386038

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) Dalström

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 17(2): 92 (2002).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000385370

Common Names

  • Cyrtochilum ionodon
  • Ionodon Cyrtochilum
  • Ionodon Orchid

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Description

Cyrtochilum ionodon (also called Ionodon Cyrtochilum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is a perennial herb with a woody base and a few branches. It is native to Mexico and Central America, where it grows in wet forests and along streams. It has large, white flowers with yellow centers.

Uses & Benefits

Cyrtochilum ionodon is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties in traditional medicine, such as for treating fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cyrtochilum ionodon is a white, tubular flower with a yellow throat. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyrtochilum ionodon is a tropical orchid native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by division or seed. When propagating by division, carefully separate the rhizomes and pot them up in a well-draining orchid mix. When propagating by seed, use a sterile medium and keep it moist. Provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Cyrtochilum ionodon

Cyrtochilum ionodon is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Cyrtochilum ionodon FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyrtochilum ionodon?

Cyrtochilum ionodon

What is the common name of Cyrtochilum ionodon?

Ionodon's Cyrtochilum

Where is Cyrtochilum ionodon native to?

South America

Species in the Cyrtochilum genus

Cyrtochilum ionodon, Cyrtochilum monacranthum, Cyrtochilum stenochilum, Cyrtochilum tumiferum, Cyrtochilum gracielae, Cyrtochilum misasianum, Cyrtochilum sharoniae, Cyrtochilum decolorans, Cyrtochilum sanderianum, Cyrtochilum vierlingii, Cyrtochilum parvibrachium, Cyrtochilum fredericae, Cyrtochilum hirtzii, Cyrtochilum midas, Cyrtochilum sphinx, Cyrtochilum tanii, Cyrtochilum verrucosum, Cyrtochilum loesenerianum, Cyrtochilum colobium, Cyrtochilum flavostellulare, Cyrtochilum ferrugineum, Cyrtochilum aemulum, Cyrtochilum alboroseum, Cyrtochilum andreettae, Cyrtochilum angustatum, Cyrtochilum annulare, Cyrtochilum anthoxanthum, Cyrtochilum articulatum, Cyrtochilum aurantiacum, Cyrtochilum aureum, Cyrtochilum auropurpureum, Cyrtochilum baldeviamae, Cyrtochilum ballii, Cyrtochilum brachypterum, Cyrtochilum caespitosum, Cyrtochilum cimiciferum, Cyrtochilum confertum, Cyrtochilum confusum, Cyrtochilum cordatum, Cyrtochilum cryptocopis, Cyrtochilum cuencanum, Cyrtochilum cumandae, Cyrtochilum davisii, Cyrtochilum densiflorum, Cyrtochilum detortum, Cyrtochilum diceratum, Cyrtochilum diodon, Cyrtochilum dipterum, Cyrtochilum distans, Cyrtochilum divaricatum,

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-239123: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Stig Dalström: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dalström' in the authors string.