Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
limminghei
ID:
859140

Status:
valid

Authors:
Linden & Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1858

Citation Micro:
Berliner Allg. Gartenzeitung 1858: 880 (1858)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000858475

Common Names

  • Chysis Limminghei
  • Limminghei Orchid
  • Limminghei Chysis

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Description

Chysis limminghei (also called Limminghei Chysis, among many other common names) is a perennial orchid native to Central America and parts of Mexico. It grows in moist, shady areas and is characterized by its long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Chysis limminghei has been used in traditional medicine for the treatment of fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It has also been used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Chysis limminghei are white to pale yellow, with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chysis limminghei is a tropical orchid native to Central and South America. It is hardy in USDA zones 10-12 and prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. Propagation is by division or seed.

Where to Find Chysis limminghei

Chysis limminghei can be found in Central America, including Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Chysis limminghei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chysis limminghei?

Chysis limminghei

What is the common name of Chysis limminghei?

Limminghei

Where is Chysis limminghei found?

It is found in Central America.

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-40380: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Jean Jules Linden (1817-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Linden' in the authors string.