Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
monacranthum
ID:
386052

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Andreetta ex Dodson) J.M.H.Shaw

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 110(1243) noh: 14 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000385384

Common Names

  • Monacranthum Orchid
  • Cyrtochilum Orchid
  • Monacranthum Cytochilum

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Description

Cyrtochilum monacranthum (also called one-flowered cyrtochilum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to Central America and South America. It is a herbaceous perennial that grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cyrtochilum monacranthum is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used in landscaping and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cyrtochilum monacranthum has yellowish-green flowers with white lips. The seed is round and black. The seedlings are small and have narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyrtochilum monacranthum can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. It is best to divide the clumps when they are actively growing.

Where to Find Cyrtochilum monacranthum

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

Cyrtochilum monacranthum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyrtochilum monacranthum?

Cyrtochilum monacranthum

What is the common name of Cyrtochilum monacranthum?

Monacranthum

What is the natural habitat of Cyrtochilum monacranthum?

Tropical rainforest

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-239126: Based on the initial data import
Calaway H. Dodson (1928-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dodson' in the authors string.
Angel Andreetta (1920-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Andreetta' in the authors string.
Julian Mark Hugh Shaw (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.H.Shaw' in the authors string.