Status:
valid
Authors:
Barberena
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 284: 227 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347394
Description
Epidendrum campos-portoi (also called Campos-Porto's Epidendrum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to Brazil. It is a medium-sized plant with long, thin leaves and a short stem. The flowers are small and fragrant, and are typically yellow or orange in color. It prefers humid, shady environments, and is often found growing on trees or in the crooks of branches.
Uses & Benefits
Epidendrum campos-portoi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Epidendrum campos-portoi has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.
Cultivation and Propagation
Epidendrum campos-portoi is a terrestrial or lithophytic epiphyte, native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid climate and partial shade. It should be grown in a well-draining soil mix and should be watered regularly. The plant should be fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Epidendrum campos-portoi
Epidendrum campos-portoi can be found in the mountains of Central America.
Epidendrum campos-portoi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Epidendrum campos-portoi?
Epidendrum campos-portoi
What type of plant is Epidendrum campos-portoi?
Epidendrum campos-portoi is an orchid species.
Where is Epidendrum campos-portoi found?
Epidendrum campos-portoi is found in Brazil.
Species in the Epidendrum genus
Epidendrum adolfomorenoi,
Epidendrum cesar-fernandezii,
Epidendrum gransabanense,
Epidendrum lezlieae,
Epidendrum marsiorum,
Epidendrum montis-narae,
Epidendrum reclinatum,
Epidendrum silvanum,
Epidendrum caeciliae,
Epidendrum cancanae,
Epidendrum foulquieri,
Epidendrum fuscinum,
Epidendrum josianae,
Epidendrum macdougallii,
Epidendrum misasii,
Epidendrum monteverdense,
Epidendrum paruimense,
Epidendrum parviexasperatum,
Epidendrum stolidium,
Epidendrum acroamparoanum,
Epidendrum acroscopeum,
Epidendrum amaruense,
Epidendrum atypicum,
Epidendrum caparaoense,
Epidendrum chalcochroma,
Epidendrum cruciforme,
Epidendrum cryptorhachis,
Epidendrum cyclolobum,
Epidendrum dejeaniae,
Epidendrum dolichochlamys,
Epidendrum folsomii,
Epidendrum fortunae,
Epidendrum gymnochlamys,
Epidendrum haberi,
Epidendrum hornitense,
Epidendrum kusibabii,
Epidendrum microrigidiflorum,
Epidendrum nanodentatum,
Epidendrum niveocaligarium,
Epidendrum pachacutequianum,
Epidendrum pachytepalum,
Epidendrum philowercklei,
Epidendrum platystomoides,
Epidendrum platystomum,
Epidendrum ptochicum,
Epidendrum quispei,
Epidendrum romero-castannedae,
Epidendrum salpichlamys,
Epidendrum sangayense,
Epidendrum unicallosum,
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,