Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
pygmaeum
ID:
1315067

Status:
valid

Authors:
Renz

Source:
ipni

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 58: 106 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001327521



Common Names

  • Herminium pygmaeum
  • Pygmy Herminium
  • Pygmy Orchid


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Description

Herminium pygmaeum (also called Pygmy Herminium, among many other common names) is a small herb that grows up to 30-60 cm in height. It has small, white flowers and is native to South Africa. It is found in dry, grassy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Herminium pygmaeum is used as an ornamental grass, for erosion control, and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Herminium pygmaeum has small, white flowers that bloom in the spring and summer. The flowers are bell-shaped and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Herminium pygmaeum is a small evergreen shrub native to China. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-drained, sandy soil and keep them moist. For cuttings, take semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer or early autumn and root them in a sandy soil. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate light.

Where to Find Herminium pygmaeum

Herminium pygmaeum can be found in the western United States, including California, Oregon, and Washington.

Herminium pygmaeum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Herminium pygmaeum?

Herminium pygmaeum

What type of plant is Herminium pygmaeum?

It is a herbaceous perennial plant.

Where is Herminium pygmaeum found?

It is found in the Mediterranean region.

Species in the Herminium genus

Herminium kamengense, Herminium tangianum, Herminium alaschanicum, Herminium biporosum, Herminium bulleyi, Herminium chloranthum, Herminium coeloceras, Herminium coiloglossum, Herminium ecalcaratum, Herminium elisabethiae, Herminium fallax, Herminium forceps, Herminium glossophyllum, Herminium gracile, Herminium jaffreyanum, Herminium josephi, Herminium kalimpongense, Herminium kumaunensis, Herminium lanceum, Herminium longilobatum, Herminium mackinnonii, Herminium macrophyllum, Herminium mannii, Herminium monophyllum, Herminium monorchis, Herminium neotineoides, Herminium ophioglossoides, Herminium pugioniforme, Herminium pusillum, Herminium quinquelobum, Herminium singulum, Herminium souliei, Herminium suave, Herminium yunnanense, Herminium kamengensis, Herminium pygmaeum, Herminium hongdeyuanii, Herminium albomarginatum, Herminium albosanguineum, Herminium albovirens, Herminium clavigerum, Herminium edgeworthii, Herminium fimbriatum, Herminium handelii, Herminium himalayanum, Herminium humidicola, Herminium latilabre, Herminium oxysepalum, Herminium wangianum,

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

Jany Renz (1907-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Renz' in the authors string.