Microcoelia stolzii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stolzii
ID:
243727
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Schltr.) Summerh.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1943
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 11: 149 (1943)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000243059
Common Names
- Microcoelia stolzii
- Stolz's Microcoelia
- Stolz's Jewel Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Microcoelia ericosma Summerh. [unknown]
- Gussonea stolzii Schltr. [unknown]
Description
Microcoelia stolzii (also called Microcoelia stolzii, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to Africa and is found in moist, shady forests.
Uses & Benefits
Microcoelia stolzii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Microcoelia stolzii is white with a yellow lip. The seed is a capsule containing many small seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Microcoelia stolzii can be propagated by division or by seed. It is best grown in a moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. It is a hardy plant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).
Where to Find Microcoelia stolzii
Microcoelia stolzii is native to India.
Microcoelia stolzii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Microcoelia stolzii?
Microcoelia stolzii
What are the common names of Microcoelia stolzii?
Stolz's Orchid
What is the natural habitat of Microcoelia stolzii?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Microcoelia genus
Microcoelia aphylla, Microcoelia aurantiaca, Microcoelia bispiculata, Microcoelia bulbocalcarata, Microcoelia caespitosa, Microcoelia corallina, Microcoelia decaryana, Microcoelia dolichorrhiza, Microcoelia elliotii, Microcoelia exilis, Microcoelia gilpiniae, Microcoelia globulosa, Microcoelia hirschbergii, Microcoelia jonssonii, Microcoelia koehleri, Microcoelia konduensis, Microcoelia leptostele, Microcoelia macrantha, Microcoelia macrorrhynchium, Microcoelia megalorrhiza, Microcoelia microglossa, Microcoelia moreauae, Microcoelia nyungwensis, Microcoelia obovata, Microcoelia ornithocephala, Microcoelia perrieri, Microcoelia physophora, Microcoelia sanfordii, Microcoelia smithii, Microcoelia stolzii, Microcoelia cornuta, Microcoelia grahamii, Microcoelia longipes, Microcoelia africana,
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-127021: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Victor Samuel Summerhayes (1897-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Summerh.' in the authors string.