Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
cymbula
ID:
491457

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Luer) Pridgeon & M.W.Chase

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 16(4): 254 (2001).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000490789

Common Names

  • Phloeophila cymbula
  • Cymbula Phloeophila
  • Phloeophila Cymbula

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Synonyms

  • Ophidion cymbula (Luer) Luer [unknown]
  • Cryptophoranthus cymbula Luer [unknown]

Description

Phloeophila cymbula (also called 'Fern-leaf Phloeophila', among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to the Andes of Peru and Bolivia. It grows in moist, shady areas, usually in the understory of montane forests. It has a rosette of fern-like leaves with a single stem bearing a single flower.

Uses & Benefits

Phloeophila cymbula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Phloeophila cymbula are small and white. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like structure.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phloeophila cymbula can be propagated through division of the rhizome. It should be grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Phloeophila cymbula

Phloeophila cymbula is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina. It can be found in moist forests, at elevations up to 1,500 m.

Phloeophila cymbula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phloeophila cymbula?

Phloeophila cymbula

What type of plant is Phloeophila cymbula?

Herbaceous annual

What is the natural habitat of Phloeophila cymbula?

Tropical and subtropical regions

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-257795: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Mark W. Chase (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.W.Chase' in the authors string.
Alec M. Pridgeon (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pridgeon' in the authors string.