Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
congolensis
ID:
1324070

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.Wilczek) M.P.Simmons

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 38: 150 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336524





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Description

Wilczekra congolensis (also called Congolese Wilczekra, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It grows in wet montane forests at elevations of 1000–3000 meters. It has an erect stem, up to 50 cm tall, with two to three leaves. The flowers are yellowish-green with brown stripes, up to 5 cm wide.

Uses & Benefits

Wilczekra congolensis is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Wilczekra congolensis has yellow flowers with purple anthers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wilczekra congolensis is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil in a sunny position. Division can be done in the spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a sunny position in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Wilczekra congolensis

Wilczekra congolensis is native to the Democratic Republic of the Congo and can be found in the provinces of Bandundu, Bas-Congo, and Kinshasa.

Wilczekra congolensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Wilczekra congolensis?

Wilczekra congolensis

What type of plant is Wilczekra congolensis?

It is a shrub

Where is Wilczekra congolensis found?

It is found in Congo

Species in the Wilczekra genus

Species in the Celastraceae family

Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,

References

Rudolf Wilczek (1903-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Wilczek' in the authors string.
Mark P. Simmons: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.P.Simmons' in the authors string.