Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
elisabethae
ID:
961087

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rolfe

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Lindenia 7: t. 325 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000960425



Common Names

  • Eulophiella Elisabethae
  • Elisabethae Eulophiella
  • Elisabethae


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Description

Eulophiella elisabethae (also called Elisabeth's Eulophiella, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid with a single, erect leaf and a single, erect flower stem. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, savannas, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Eulophiella elisabethae is an ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a houseplant, as it is easy to care for and requires little maintenance.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eulophiella elisabethae has a small, white, waxy flower with a yellow throat and a short spur. The seed is a small, dark brown, three-angled capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eulophiella elisabethae is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical Africa. It is a hardy species that can tolerate a wide range of temperatures and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is best done by division of the rhizomes. The rhizomes should be planted in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. The plants should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Eulophiella elisabethae

Eulophiella elisabethae is found in Madagascar.

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,

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