Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
microstyloides
ID:
246307

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Caldasia 8: 517 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000245639

Common Names

  • Small-style Monophyllorchis
  • Microstyloides Monophyllorchis
  • Small-style Monophyllorchis

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Description

Monophyllorchis microstyloides (also called Small-styled monophyllorchis, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with white flowers and a strong scent. It is native to California and grows in dry, open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Monophyllorchis microstyloides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Monophyllorchis microstyloides has small, white flowers that are arranged in a terminal spike. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with two opposite leaves and a taproot.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monophyllorchis microstyloides is an evergreen perennial native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Monophyllorchis microstyloides

Monophyllorchis microstyloides is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Monophyllorchis microstyloides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monophyllorchis microstyloides?

Monophyllorchis microstyloides

What are the common names of Monophyllorchis microstyloides?

Microstyle Monophyllorchis

What is the habitat of Monophyllorchis microstyloides?

Dry, open, rocky slopes and ridges

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-129489: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.