Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
cytherea
ID:
810870

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.Baumann & H.Baumann) H.Kretzschmar, Eccarius & H.Dietr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Orchid Gen. Anacamptis Orchis Neotinea : 513 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000810204

Common Names

  • Serapicamptis cytherea
  • Serapicamptis
  • Cytherea

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Description

Serapicamptis cytherea (also called Cytherean Serapicamptis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is an evergreen perennial herb, up to 1 m tall. It is native to Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Serapicamptis cytherea is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and skin disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Serapicamptis cytherea is a small, white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, brown, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Serapicamptis cytherea is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and salt spray. It can be propagated from seed, cuttings, or division. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Serapicamptis cytherea

Serapicamptis cytherea is native to the Iberian Peninsula.

Serapicamptis cytherea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Serapicamptis cytherea?

Serapicamptis cytherea

What is the common name of Serapicamptis cytherea?

Cytherea's Serapicamptis

Where is Serapicamptis cytherea found?

Serapicamptis cytherea is found in the Mediterranean region

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-348462: Based on the initial data import
Helga Dietrich (1940-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Dietr.' in the authors string.
Helmut Baumann (1937-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Baumann' in the authors string.
Horst Kretzschmar (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Kretzschmar' in the authors string.
Brigitte Baumann (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Baumann' in the authors string.
Wolfgang Eccarius (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eccarius' in the authors string.