Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
cipoensis
ID:
284693

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

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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.

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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 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,

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