Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
vanoverberghii
ID:
216819

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ames) Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23: 182 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000216148

Common Names

  • Vanoverbergh's Hymenorchis
  • Hymenorchis vanoverberghii
  • Vanoverbergh's Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Saccolabium vanoverberghii Ames [unknown]

Description

Hymenorchis vanoverberghii (also called Vanoverbergh's Hymenorchis, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Africa. It has thin, bright green leaves and grows in clumps. It is found in grasslands, savannas, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Hymenorchis vanoverberghii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hymenorchis vanoverberghii has small white flowers with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenorchis vanoverberghii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix and keep the temperature between 18-22°C (64-72°F). When propagating from cuttings, take a cutting from a mature plant and place it in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the cutting in a warm and humid environment and water it regularly.

Where to Find Hymenorchis vanoverberghii

Hymenorchis vanoverberghii is native to India and can be found in tropical forests.

Hymenorchis vanoverberghii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hymenorchis vanoverberghii?

Hymenorchis vanoverberghii

What is the common name of Hymenorchis vanoverberghii?

Vanoverbergh's Hymenorchis

What is the natural habitat of Hymenorchis vanoverberghii?

Hymenorchis vanoverberghii is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America

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-101286: Based on the initial data import
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.