Status:
valid
Authors:
Dalström & Deburghgr.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
OrchideenJ. 22: 13 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341661
Description
Cyrtochilum verstraeteanum (also called Verstraete's Cyrtochilum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It typically grows in montane forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Cyrtochilum verstraeteanum is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cyrtochilum verstraeteanum is a pink, bell-shaped bloom with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings are thin and green with short stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cyrtochilum verstraeteanum is a temperate plant native to Europe. It is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1 meter in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a moist, well-drained potting mix.
Where to Find Cyrtochilum verstraeteanum
Cyrtochilum verstraeteanum is found in Colombia and Ecuador.
Cyrtochilum verstraeteanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cyrtochilum verstraeteanum?
Cyrtochilum verstraeteanum
What is the family of Cyrtochilum verstraeteanum?
Orchidaceae
What is the common name of Cyrtochilum verstraeteanum?
Verstraeteanum Cyrtochilum
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
Stig Dalström: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dalström' in the authors string.
Guido Deburghgraeve: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Deburghgr.' in the authors string.