Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
glabra
ID:
243741

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 12: 569 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000243073



Common Names

  • Microcorys glabra
  • Smooth Microcorys
  • Smooth Jewel Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Microcorys brevidens Benth. [unknown]
  • Microcorys glabra gracilis Benth. [unknown]
  • Microcorys glabra pubescens Benth. [unknown]
  • Anisandra glabra Bartl. [unknown]

Description

Microcorys glabra (also called Glabrous microcorys, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb native to South America. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests, along streams, and in wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Microcorys glabra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Microcorys glabra is white with a yellow lip. The seed is a capsule containing many small seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microcorys glabra can be propagated by division or by seed. It is best grown in a moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. It is a hardy plant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).

Where to Find Microcorys glabra

Microcorys glabra is native to India.

Microcorys glabra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microcorys glabra?

Microcorys glabra

What are the common names of Microcorys glabra?

Smooth Microcorys

What is the natural habitat of Microcorys glabra?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-127036: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.