Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
citrina
ID:
284694

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pabst

Source:
wcs

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Bradea 2: 70 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000284026

Common Names

  • Citrina Pseudolaelia
  • Pseudolaelia Citrina
  • Citrina Pseudolaelia Plant

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Synonyms

  • Pseudolaelia maquijiensis M.Frey [unknown]
  • Pseudolaelia pavopolitana M.Frey [unknown]

Description

Pseudolaelia citrina (also called Citrine 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 citrina is used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves are used in traditional medicine to treat fever and stomach pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pseudolaelia citrina 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 citrina 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 citrina

Pseudolaelia citrina is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Pseudolaelia citrina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseudolaelia citrina?

Pseudolaelia citrina

What are the common names of Pseudolaelia citrina?

Common names of Pseudolaelia citrina include False Daisy and False Daisy Bush

What is the natural habitat of Pseudolaelia citrina?

Pseudolaelia citrina is native to Brazil and is found in dry, rocky habitats

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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