Status:
valid
Authors:
Porto & Brade
Source:
wcs
Year:
1935
Citation Micro:
Arq. Inst. Biol. Veg. 2: 209 (1935)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000284027
Common Names
- Corcovadensis Pseudolaelia
- Pseudolaelia Corcovadensis
- Corcovadensis Pseudolaelia Plant
Description
Pseudolaelia corcovadensis (also called Corcovado 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 corcovadensis 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 corcovadensis 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 corcovadensis 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 corcovadensis
Pseudolaelia corcovadensis is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.
Pseudolaelia corcovadensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pseudolaelia corcovadensis?
Pseudolaelia corcovadensis
What are the common names of Pseudolaelia corcovadensis?
Common names of Pseudolaelia corcovadensis include False Daisy and False Daisy Bush
What is the natural habitat of Pseudolaelia corcovadensis?
Pseudolaelia corcovadensis is native to Brazil and is found in dry, rocky habitats
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,