Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
colothrix
ID:
247665

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Luer) Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Selbyana 7(1): 36 (1982):.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000246997

Common Names

  • Myoxanthus colothrix
  • Colothrix Myoxanthus
  • Myoxanthus Colothrix

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Synonyms

  • Pleurothallis colothrix Luer [unknown]

Description

Myoxanthus colothrix (also called the star-shaped myoxanthus, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It has small, star-shaped flowers and grows in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Myoxanthus colothrix is used for its ornamental value in gardens. It is also used for its timber, which is used for making furniture and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Myoxanthus colothrix is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a smooth surface. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with a single seed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myoxanthus colothrix can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a moist, well-drained potting mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sheltered position.

Where to Find Myoxanthus colothrix

Myoxanthus colothrix is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas.

Myoxanthus colothrix FAQ

What is the scientific name of this plant?

Myoxanthus colothrix

What is the common name of this plant?

Unknown

What type of plant is this?

Orchid

Species in the Myoxanthus genus

Myoxanthus affinis, Myoxanthus antennifer, Myoxanthus ceratothallis, Myoxanthus chloe, Myoxanthus cimex, Myoxanthus colothrix, Myoxanthus dasyllis, Myoxanthus ephelis, Myoxanthus epibator, Myoxanthus eumeces, Myoxanthus exasperatus, Myoxanthus fimbriatus, Myoxanthus frutex, Myoxanthus georgei, Myoxanthus gorgon, Myoxanthus gyas, Myoxanthus hirsuticaulis, Myoxanthus hirtipes, Myoxanthus hystrix, Myoxanthus lonchophyllus, Myoxanthus mejiae, Myoxanthus melittanthus, Myoxanthus merae, Myoxanthus monophyllus, Myoxanthus montanus, Myoxanthus neillii, Myoxanthus octomerioides, Myoxanthus parvilabius, Myoxanthus priapus, Myoxanthus pulvinatus, Myoxanthus punctatus, Myoxanthus reymondii, Myoxanthus sarcodactylae, Myoxanthus scandens, Myoxanthus seidelii, Myoxanthus serripetalus, Myoxanthus simplicicaulis, Myoxanthus speciosus, Myoxanthus trachychlamys, Myoxanthus uxorius, Myoxanthus xiphion, Myoxanthus ruschii, Myoxanthus werneri, Myoxanthus aciculifolius, Myoxanthus congestus, Myoxanthus ovatipetalus, Myoxanthus sotoanus, Myoxanthus ortizianus, Myoxanthus cereus,

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,

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