Status:
valid
Authors:
(P.Ortiz) Pfahl
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Internet Orchid Sp. Photo Encycl. Nomencl. Notes 3(1): 1 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337888
Common Names
- Carrillo's Phloeophila
- Phloeophila carrilloi
- Phloeophila
Description
Phloeophila carrilloi (also called Carrillo's phloeophila, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Central America. It grows in tropical forests, and has small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Phloeophila carrilloi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for medicinal purposes such as treating fever, headache, and stomach pain.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Phloeophila carrilloi are small and bell-shaped, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phloeophila carrilloi is a terrestrial orchid native to the cloud forests of Peru. It should be grown in a well-draining, humus-rich, medium-grade potting mix. It should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. Propagation is best done through division of the rhizome.
Where to Find Phloeophila carrilloi
Phloeophila carrilloi is native to the cloud forests of Costa Rica. It can be found in nurseries that specialize in rare tropical plants.
Phloeophila carrilloi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phloeophila carrilloi?
Phloeophila carrilloi
What type of plant is Phloeophila carrilloi?
It is a succulent plant.
Where is Phloeophila carrilloi native to?
It is native to Mexico.
Species in the Phloeophila genus
Phloeophila nummularia,
Phloeophila peperomioides,
Phloeophila cunabulum,
Phloeophila cymbula,
Phloeophila dasyglossa,
Phloeophila pelecaniceps,
Phloeophila pleurothallopsis,
Phloeophila yupanki,
Phloeophila ursula,
Phloeophila alphonsiana,
Phloeophila doucetteana,
Phloeophila carrilloi,
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,