Status:
valid
Authors:
(Boivin ex Cavaco) Razafim., Lantz & B.Bremer
Source:
wcs
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Novon 17: 518 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000837749
Common Names
- Peponidium cystiporon
- Cystiporon Peponidium
- Cystiporon's Peponidium
Description
Peponidium cystiporon (also called Cystiporon Peponidium, among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic orchid that grows up to 10 cm tall. It is found in Ecuador and Peru, and it prefers humid montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Peponidium cystiporon is a popular ornamental plant and is used in gardens and landscapes for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and to provide shade.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Peponidium cystiporon has small white flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin.
Cultivation and Propagation
Prostanthera ferricola is a hardy, drought-tolerant plant that prefers a sunny location. It can be grown in a variety of soils, from sandy to clay. Propagation is usually done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil.
Where to Find Peponidium cystiporon
Peponidium cystiporon is native to the tropical rainforests of Colombia.
Peponidium cystiporon FAQ
What is the scientific name of Peponidium cystiporon?
Peponidium cystiporon
What is the common name of Peponidium cystiporon?
Cystiporon
What is the natural habitat of Peponidium cystiporon?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Peponidium genus
Peponidium calcaratum,
Peponidium capuronii,
Peponidium cuspidatum,
Peponidium flavum,
Peponidium homolleae,
Peponidium horridum,
Peponidium humbertii,
Peponidium ihosyense,
Peponidium lanceolatifolium,
Peponidium madagascariense,
Peponidium occidentale,
Peponidium orientale,
Peponidium pallens,
Peponidium pallidum,
Peponidium parvifolium,
Peponidium perrieri,
Peponidium pervilleanoides,
Peponidium pervilleanum,
Peponidium tsaratananense,
Peponidium velutinum,
Peponidium crassifolium,
Peponidium marojejyense,
Peponidium latiflorum,
Peponidium humbertianum,
Peponidium decaryi,
Peponidium sakalavense,
Peponidium sahafaryense,
Peponidium buxifolium,
Peponidium bosseri,
Peponidium boinense,
Peponidium blepharodon,
Peponidium arenesianum,
Peponidium anoveanum,
Peponidium cystiporon,
Peponidium ankaranense,
Peponidium viguieri,
Peponidium venulosum,
Peponidium tamatavense,
Peponidium subevenium,
Peponidium alleizettei,
Peponidium ovato-oblongum,
Peponidium densiflorum,
Peponidium micranthum,
Peponidium boivinianum,
Peponidium homolleanum,
Peponidium bakerianum,
Peponidium carinatum,
Peponidium celastroides,
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
Henrik Lantz: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lantz' in the authors string.