Status:
valid
Authors:
(Poir.) J.F.B.Pastore
Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 305(3): 222 (2017)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318449
Common Names
- Caamembeca salicifolia
- Salicifolia Caamembeca
- Caamembeca Salicifolia
Description
Caamembeca salicifolia (also called Camaenopsis salicifolia, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests, and is typically found growing on trees. It has a single, long, narrow leaf and a single, long-lasting, fragrant flower.
Uses & Benefits
Caamembeca salicifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Caamembeca salicifolia has small, white flowers with yellow throats. The seeds are small, black and oblong, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Caamembeca salicifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by seed in the fall.
Where to Find Caamembeca salicifolia
Caamembeca salicifolia can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Caamembeca salicifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Caamembeca salicifolia?
Caamembeca salicifolia
What is the common name of Caamembeca salicifolia?
Willow-leaved Caamembeca
Where is Caamembeca salicifolia found?
Caamembeca salicifolia is found in the Caribbean and Central America
Species in the Caamembeca genus
Caamembeca salicifolia,
Caamembeca ulei,
Caamembeca warmingiana,
Caamembeca autranii,
Caamembeca grandifolia,
Caamembeca insignis,
Caamembeca oleifolia,
Caamembeca oxyphylla,
Caamembeca gigantea,
Caamembeca martinellii,
Caamembeca spectabilis,
Caamembeca formosa,
Caamembeca amazonensis,
Species in the Polygalaceae family
Acanthocladus brasiliensis,
Acanthocladus guayaquilensis,
Acanthocladus moyanoi,
Acanthocladus scleroxylon,
Acanthocladus tehuelchum,
Acanthocladus colombianus,
Acanthocladus dukei,
Acanthocladus pulcherrimus,
Acanthocladus santosii,
Acanthocladus dichromus,
Ancylotropis insignis,
Ancylotropis malmeana,
Asemeia grandiflora,
Asemeia ignatii,
Asemeia ilheotica,
Asemeia lindmaniana,
Asemeia marquesiana,
Asemeia martiana,
Asemeia monninoides,
Asemeia parietaria,
Asemeia pohliana,
Asemeia rhodoptera,
Asemeia glabra,
Asemeia hirsuta,
Asemeia apopetala,
Asemeia echinosperma,
Asemeia hondurana,
Asemeia securidaca,
Asemeia sphaerospora,
Asemeia tonsa,
Asemeia acuminata,
Asemeia extraaxillaris,
Asemeia galmeri,
Asemeia hebeclada,
Asemeia mollis,
Asemeia monticola,
Asemeia ovata,
Asemeia pseudohebeclada,
Asemeia tobatiensis,
Asemeia violacea,
Asemeia floribunda,
Atroxima afzeliana,
Atroxima liberica,
Badiera cubensis,
Badiera fuertesii,
Badiera oblongata,
Badiera penaea,
Badiera propinqua,
Badiera virgata,
Badiera subrhombifolia,