Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
gardneri
ID:
809049

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mytnik, Szlach. & Rutk.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Orchidee (Hamburg) 57: 486 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808383

Common Names

  • Cyclopogon gardneri
  • Gardner's Cyclopogon
  • Cyclopogon

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Description

Cyclopogon gardneri (also called 'Gardner's Cyclopogon', among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species with a single, erect, leafy stem growing up to 60 cm tall. It is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cyclopogon gardneri is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cyclopogon gardneri has yellow flowers with five petals and a single style. The fruits are ovoid and covered with short, soft hairs. The seeds are round and black. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a single, short, thick stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyclopogon gardneri is a species of orchid native to Brazil. It is a warm-growing epiphyte that prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. It should be grown in a well-draining medium such as bark, sphagnum moss, or perlite. Propagation is done through division or by seed.

Where to Find Cyclopogon gardneri

Cyclopogon gardneri is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in grasslands, savannas, and scrublands.

Cyclopogon gardneri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyclopogon gardneri?

Cyclopogon gardneri

What is the natural habitat of Cyclopogon gardneri?

Tropical rainforests of South America

What is the flower color of Cyclopogon gardneri?

White

Species in the Cyclopogon genus

Cyclopogon gardneri, Cyclopogon torusus, Cyclopogon secundus, Cyclopogon cotylolabium, Cyclopogon fuscofloralis, Cyclopogon organensis, Cyclopogon adhaesus, Cyclopogon alexandrae, Cyclopogon apricus, Cyclopogon argyrifolius, Cyclopogon argyrotaenius, Cyclopogon bangii, Cyclopogon bicolor, Cyclopogon bidentatus, Cyclopogon calophyllus, Cyclopogon casanaensis, Cyclopogon cearensis, Cyclopogon chloroleucus, Cyclopogon comosus, Cyclopogon condoranus, Cyclopogon congestus, Cyclopogon cranichoides, Cyclopogon deminkiorum, Cyclopogon dressleri, Cyclopogon dusenii, Cyclopogon dutrae, Cyclopogon elatus, Cyclopogon eldorado, Cyclopogon elegans, Cyclopogon ellipticus, Cyclopogon epiphyticus, Cyclopogon estradae, Cyclopogon eugenii, Cyclopogon glabrescens, Cyclopogon goodyeroides, Cyclopogon gracilis, Cyclopogon graciliscapus, Cyclopogon hatschbachii, Cyclopogon hennisianus, Cyclopogon hirtzii, Cyclopogon iguapensis, Cyclopogon inaequilaterus, Cyclopogon itatiaiensis, Cyclopogon laxiflorus, Cyclopogon lindleyanus, Cyclopogon longibracteatus, Cyclopogon luerorum, Cyclopogon luteoalbus, Cyclopogon macer, Cyclopogon maldonadoanus,

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-346610: Based on the initial data import
Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.
Piotr Rutkowski (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rutk.' in the authors string.
Joanna Mytnik-Ejsmont (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mytnik' in the authors string.