Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
carrilloi
ID:
1325434

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

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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.

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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 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

Pedro Ortiz Valdivieso (1926-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Ortiz' in the authors string.
Jay Charles Pfahl (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pfahl' in the authors string.