Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
sechellarum
ID:
431644

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Moore) Ormerod

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 17: 204 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000430976



Common Names

  • Goodyera sechellarum
  • Sechellarum Goodyera
  • Sechellarum Rattlesnake Plantain


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Synonyms

  • Platylepis sechellarum S.Moore [unknown]
  • Erporkis sechellarum (S.Moore) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Goodyera sechellarum (also called Seychelles goodyera, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It grows up to 1 m tall and has a dense crown. It is found in moist forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Goodyera sechellarum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a potted plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Goodyera sechellarum are small and white, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, with a hard outer coating. The seedlings are small and delicate, with thin stems and small, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Goodyera sechellarum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Divisions should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Goodyera sechellarum

Goodyera sechellarum is native to the Seychelles.

Goodyera sechellarum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Goodyera sechellarum?

Goodyera sechellarum

What is the common name of Goodyera sechellarum?

Seychelles Goodyera

What is the natural habitat of Goodyera sechellarum?

It is native to the Seychelles

Species in the Goodyera genus

Goodyera condensata, Goodyera sechellarum, Goodyera stelidifera, Goodyera rosulacea, Goodyera sumbawana, Goodyera fimbrilabia, Goodyera goudotii, Goodyera myanmarica, Goodyera polyphylla, Goodyera purpusii, Goodyera rosea, Goodyera zacuapanensis, Goodyera rhombodoides, Goodyera afzelii, Goodyera alveolata, Goodyera amoena, Goodyera angustifolia, Goodyera beccarii, Goodyera bifida, Goodyera biflora, Goodyera boninensis, Goodyera brachystegia, Goodyera bracteata, Goodyera bradeorum, Goodyera clausa, Goodyera colorata, Goodyera crocodiliceps, Goodyera daibuzanensis, Goodyera denticulata, Goodyera dolabripetala, Goodyera elmeri, Goodyera erosa, Goodyera erythrodoides, Goodyera flaccida, Goodyera foliosa, Goodyera fumata, Goodyera fusca, Goodyera gemmata, Goodyera gibbsiae, Goodyera hachijoensis, Goodyera hemsleyana, Goodyera henryi, Goodyera hispaniolae, Goodyera hispida, Goodyera humicola, Goodyera inmeghema, Goodyera kwangtungensis, Goodyera lamprotaenia, Goodyera lanceolata, Goodyera luzonensis,

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-247284: Based on the initial data import
Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.
Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.