Status:
valid
Authors:
(Ridl.) Y.P.Ng & P.J.Cribb
Source:
wcs
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 113: 272 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000791892
Common Names
- Bryobium pudicum
- Pudicum Bryobium
- Bryobium's Pudicum
Description
Bryobium pudicum (also called Modest Bryobium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is a terrestrial herb, typically growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to Madagascar, and is found in dry deciduous forests and thickets.
Uses & Benefits
Bryobium pudicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments like fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bryobium pudicum is a yellow spathe with a yellow spadix. The seed is a small, black berry that contains several seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bryobium pudicum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Bryobium pudicum
Bryobium pudicum is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Bryobium pudicum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bryobium pudicum?
Bryobium pudicum
What is the common name of Bryobium pudicum?
Pudicum
What is the natural habitat of Bryobium pudicum?
Tropical forests and woodlands
Species in the Bryobium genus
Bryobium dischorense,
Bryobium erioides,
Bryobium irukandjianum,
Bryobium queenslandicum,
Bryobium hyacinthoides,
Bryobium pudicum,
Bryobium rendovaense,
Bryobium retusum,
Bryobium rhizophoreti,
Bryobium subclausum,
Bryobium ventricosum,
Bryobium diaphanum,
Bryobium cordiferum,
Bryobium bicristatum,
Bryobium atrorubens,
Bryobium lancifolium,
Bryobium senile,
Bryobium rubiferum,
Bryobium kawengicum,
Bryobium punctatum,
Bryobium tridens,
Bryobium pullum,
Bryobium puguahaanense,
Bryobium moultonii,
Bryobium montanum,
Bryobium leavittii,
Bryobium lanuginosum,
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
Yan Peng Ng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.P.Ng' in the authors string.