Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
vieillardii
ID:
934579

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baill.) Guillaumin

Source:
wcs

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Arch. Bot. Mém. 3(5): 22 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000933917

Common Names

  • Cyclophyllum vieillardii
  • Vieillard's Cyclophyllum
  • Vieillard Cyclophyllum

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Description

Cyclophyllum vieillardii (also called Cyclopogon vieillardii, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in the tropical regions of South America. It is an epiphytic plant with a short, creeping rhizome and long, thin leaves. It is found in humid forests and grasslands at elevations of up to 1000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Cyclophyllum vieillardii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cyclophyllum vieillardii is yellow and has 6 petals. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are thin and long.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyclophyllum vieillardii can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny position in well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several sections and replanted in the same soil.

Where to Find Cyclophyllum vieillardii

Cyclophyllum vieillardii is native to tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Species in the Cyclophyllum genus

Cyclophyllum brevipes, Cyclophyllum coprosmoides, Cyclophyllum costatum, Cyclophyllum longipetalum, Cyclophyllum maritimum, Cyclophyllum multiflorum, Cyclophyllum protractum, Cyclophyllum rostellatum, Cyclophyllum schultzii, Cyclophyllum jasminifolium, Cyclophyllum caudatum, Cyclophyllum longiflorum, Cyclophyllum novoguineensis, Cyclophyllum valetonianum, Cyclophyllum lordbergense, Cyclophyllum subsessile, Cyclophyllum urophyllum, Cyclophyllum fragrans, Cyclophyllum baladense, Cyclophyllum balansae, Cyclophyllum barbatum, Cyclophyllum calyculatum, Cyclophyllum cardiocarpum, Cyclophyllum cymosum, Cyclophyllum deplanchei, Cyclophyllum francii, Cyclophyllum henriettae, Cyclophyllum merrillianum, Cyclophyllum pancheri, Cyclophyllum rectinervium, Cyclophyllum sagittatum, Cyclophyllum saviense, Cyclophyllum sessilifolium, Cyclophyllum subulatum, Cyclophyllum tenuipes, Cyclophyllum vieillardii, Cyclophyllum guillauminianum, Cyclophyllum tiebaghiense, Cyclophyllum tieaense, Cyclophyllum pindaiense, Cyclophyllum letocartiorum, Cyclophyllum macphersonii, Cyclophyllum memaoyaense,

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-52717: Based on the initial data import
André Guillaumin (1885-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guillaumin' in the authors string.
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.