Pseudolaelia pitengoensis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pitengoensis
ID:
837177
Status:
valid
Authors:
Campacci
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Bol. CAOB 71: 60 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836512
Common Names
- Pseudolaelia pitengoensis
- Pitengo Pseudolaelia
- Pitengoensis Pseudolaelia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pseudolaelia pitengoensis (also called Pitengo Pseudolaelia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical Africa. It has a dense, rounded crown and grows up to 10 m tall. Its leaves are simple, opposite, oblong-elliptic, and measure up to 10 cm long. It is found in lowland and montane rainforests, secondary forests, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Pseudolaelia pitengoensis is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pseudolaelia pitengoensis is small and white with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round nut. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pseudolaelia pitengoensis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.
Where to Find Pseudolaelia pitengoensis
Pseudolaelia pitengoensis is native to the tropical rainforests of Brazil.
Pseudolaelia pitengoensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pseudolaelia pitengoensis?
Pseudolaelia pitengoensis
What is the natural habitat of Pseudolaelia pitengoensis?
It is found in the tropical rainforest of Brazil
What is the flowering period of Pseudolaelia pitengoensis?
It flowers from April to June
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-373791: Based on the initial data import
Marcos Antonio Campacci (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Campacci' in the authors string.