Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
bifolium
ID:
239802

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Bull. Dép. Agric. Indes Néerl. 39: 17 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000239134



Common Names

  • Mediocalcar bifolium
  • Mediocalcar
  • Bifolium


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Synonyms

  • Mediocalcar albicoccineum P.Royen [unknown]
  • Mediocalcar angustifolium Gilli [illegitimate]
  • Mediocalcar angustum J.J.Sm. [unknown]
  • Mediocalcar brachygenitum Schltr. [unknown]
  • Mediocalcar brevisaccatum Schltr. [unknown]
  • Mediocalcar compressicalcar J.J.Sm. [unknown]
  • Mediocalcar diphyllum Schltr. [unknown]
  • Mediocalcar erectum Schltr. [unknown]
  • Mediocalcar filopedunculatum Gilli [unknown]
  • Mediocalcar longipes Ridl. [unknown]
  • Mediocalcar montanum Ridl. [unknown]
  • Mediocalcar monticola Schltr. [unknown]
  • Mediocalcar retusum J.J.Sm. [unknown]
  • Eria bifolia Kraenzl. [unknown]

Description

Mediocalcar bifolium (also called 'Bifoliate Mediocalcar', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 5 meters tall. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It has leathery leaves with serrated edges and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Mediocalcar bifolium is used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating fever, headache, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mediocalcar bifolium has small, yellow flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with long, thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mediocalcar bifolium is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It prefers bright, indirect light and well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes.

Where to Find Mediocalcar bifolium

Mediocalcar bifolium can be found in New Guinea.

Mediocalcar bifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mediocalcar bifolium?

Mediocalcar bifolium

What are the common names of Mediocalcar bifolium?

Mediocalcar bifolium is also known as the Bifoliate Mediocalcar

What is the natural habitat of Mediocalcar bifolium?

Mediocalcar bifolium is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia

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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