Status:
valid
Authors:
Pabst
Source:
wcs
Year:
1973
Citation Micro:
Bradea 1: 365 (1973)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000284025
Common Names
- Cipoensis Pseudolaelia
- Pseudolaelia Cipoensis
- Cipoensis Pseudolaelia Plant
Description
Pseudolaelia cipoensis (also called Cipo false laelia, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid with a rosette of leaves at the base. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, from Senegal to Sudan and Ethiopia. It is found in dry and moist forests, as well as in savannas and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Pseudolaelia cipoensis is used as an ornamental plant, and its flowers are used in traditional medicine to treat fever and stomach pain.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pseudolaelia cipoensis has white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pseudolaelia cipoensis is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C.
Where to Find Pseudolaelia cipoensis
Pseudolaelia cipoensis is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.
Pseudolaelia cipoensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pseudolaelia cipoensis?
Pseudolaelia cipoensis
What is the common name of Pseudolaelia cipoensis?
Cipo False Laelia
Where is Pseudolaelia cipoensis found?
It is native to tropical Africa.
Species in the Pseudolaelia genus
Pseudolaelia canaanensis,
Pseudolaelia cipoensis,
Pseudolaelia citrina,
Pseudolaelia corcovadensis,
Pseudolaelia dutraei,
Pseudolaelia geraensis,
Pseudolaelia irwiniana,
Pseudolaelia vellozicola,
Pseudolaelia brejetubensis,
Pseudolaelia perimii,
Pseudolaelia pitengoensis,
Pseudolaelia aromatica,
Pseudolaelia ataleiensis,
Pseudolaelia vasconcelosiana,
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,