Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pan
ID:
402051

Status:
valid

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

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 17(2): 101 (2002).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000401383

Common Names

  • Echinosepala pan
  • Pan's Echinosepala
  • Pan Echinosepala

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Synonyms

  • Myoxanthus pan (Luer) Luer [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis pan Luer & L. [unknown]
  • Brenesia pan (Luer) Luer [unknown]
  • Echinella pan (Luer) Pridgeon & M.W.Chase [unknown]

Description

Echinosepala pan (also called Pan's Echinosepala, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia, and grows in open grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Echinosepala pan is used in traditional medicine as an anti-inflammatory and for treating skin diseases. It is also used as a flavoring agent in food and drinks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Echinosepala pan has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Echinosepala pan is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant perennial that can be propagated from stem cuttings or seeds. To propagate from stem cuttings, take a stem cutting of about 4-5 inches in length and remove the lower leaves. Allow the cutting to dry out for a few days before planting in well-draining soil. Water sparingly and keep in bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Echinosepala pan

Echinosepala pan is native to Central and South America and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Echinosepala pan FAQ

What is the scientific name of Echinosepala pan?

Echinosepala pan

What are the common names of Echinosepala pan?

Pan Echinosepala

What is the growth habit of Echinosepala pan?

Erect or sprawling, perennial herb

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-242077: 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.