Sudamerlycaste ciliata - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ciliata
ID:
838366
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Ruiz & Pav.) Archila
Source:
wcs
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Revista Guatemalensis 5(3): 78 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000837701
Common Names
- Ciliata Sudamerlycaste
- Sudamerlycaste
- Ciliate Sudamerlycaste
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Sudamerlycaste ciliata (also called 'Ciliate Lycaste', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central America and Mexico. It is a medium-sized plant, with a height of up to 1.5 m. It grows in humid forests, at an altitude of up to 1,500 m.
Uses & Benefits
Sudamerlycaste ciliata is used for its ornamental value, as well as for medicinal purposes. It is also used as a source of food and for making baskets and mats.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sudamerlycaste ciliata is a small, white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is an oblong capsule with small, black seeds inside. The seedlings are small, with two leaves that are oval-shaped and have a light green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Sudamerlycaste ciliata is an easy-to-grow plant that prefers bright, indirect light and well-draining soil. It can be propagated by division or by seed.
Where to Find Sudamerlycaste ciliata
Sudamerlycaste ciliata is native to Brazil.
Sudamerlycaste ciliata FAQ
What is the optimal temperature for Sudamerlycaste ciliata?
The optimal temperature for Sudamerlycaste ciliata is between 18-24°C.
What type of soil should Sudamerlycaste ciliata be planted in?
Sudamerlycaste ciliata should be planted in well-draining, slightly acidic soil.
How much light does Sudamerlycaste ciliata need?
Sudamerlycaste ciliata needs bright, indirect light.
Species in the Sudamerlycaste genus
Sudamerlycaste hirtzii, Sudamerlycaste locusta, Sudamerlycaste lanipes, Sudamerlycaste grandis, Sudamerlycaste andreettae, Sudamerlycaste fulvescens, Sudamerlycaste fimbriata, Sudamerlycaste linguella, Sudamerlycaste reichenbachii, Sudamerlycaste rossyi, Sudamerlycaste peruviana, Sudamerlycaste nana, Sudamerlycaste dyeriana, Sudamerlycaste ciliata, Sudamerlycaste barringtoniae, Sudamerlycaste cinnabarina, Sudamerlycaste cobbiana, Sudamerlycaste costata, Sudamerlycaste diastasia, Sudamerlycaste dunstervillei, Sudamerlycaste gigantea, Sudamerlycaste heynderycxii, Sudamerlycaste lata, Sudamerlycaste maxibractea, Sudamerlycaste shigerui, Sudamerlycaste tornemezae, Sudamerlycaste troyanoi, Sudamerlycaste uribei, Sudamerlycaste ariasii, Sudamerlycaste barrowiorum, Sudamerlycaste acaroi, Sudamerlycaste laciniata, Sudamerlycaste lionetii, Sudamerlycaste monopampanensis, Sudamerlycaste munaensis, Sudamerlycaste jimenezii, Sudamerlycaste priscilae, Sudamerlycaste ejirii, Sudamerlycaste castanea, Sudamerlycaste lacheliniae, Sudamerlycaste jamesiorum, Sudamerlycaste rikii, Sudamerlycaste angustitepala, Sudamerlycaste pegueroi, Sudamerlycaste insolita,
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-375000: Based on the initial data import
Hipólito Ruiz López (1754-1816): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruiz' in the authors string.
José Antonio Pavón (1754-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pav.' in the authors string.
Fredy Archila (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Archila' in the authors string.