Description
Eulophia foliosa (also called Leafy Orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to Angola, Cameroon, Congo, Ethiopia, Gabon, Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, Nigeria, Rwanda, South Africa, Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. It grows in grassland, bushland, and wooded grassland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Eulophia foliosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It can also be used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, stomachache, and dysentery.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Eulophia foliosa has a large, showy, white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, slender and have two, long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Eulophia foliosa is a terrestrial orchid species native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated by dividing the rhizomes or by seed. The plant prefers a well-drained, humus-rich soil and partial shade. It should be watered regularly, but the soil should be allowed to dry out between waterings. Fertilize the plant with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.