Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
cuscoensis
ID:
1331145

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kolan. & Szlach.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Polish Bot. J. 60: 33 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343599





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Description

Microchilus cuscoensis (also called Cusco Microchilus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has a spreading habit and produces small white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Microchilus cuscoensis is an ornamental plant used for landscaping and ground cover. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, coughs, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Microchilus cuscoensis is yellow, with a white centre. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microchilus cuscoensis is a tropical plant that is best grown in a warm, humid environment. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Microchilus cuscoensis

Microchilus cuscoensis is native to Peru and can be found in the Cusco region.

Microchilus cuscoensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microchilus cuscoensis?

Microchilus cuscoensis

What is the common name of Microchilus cuscoensis?

Cusco Microchilus

What is the natural habitat of Microchilus cuscoensis?

It is found in meadows, roadsides, and other disturbed habitats in Iran.

Species in the Microchilus genus

Microchilus hirtellus, Microchilus major, Microchilus minor, Microchilus ovatus, Microchilus pauciflorus, Microchilus plantagineus, Microchilus anchoriferus, Microchilus arietinus, Microchilus austrobrasiliensis, Microchilus bimentatus, Microchilus brachyplectron, Microchilus buchtienii, Microchilus callophylloides, Microchilus calophyllus, Microchilus caucanus, Microchilus dolichostachys, Microchilus ecuadorensis, Microchilus epiphyticus, Microchilus erythrodoides, Microchilus glacensis, Microchilus hetaerioides, Microchilus lamprophyllus, Microchilus laticalcar, Microchilus luniferus, Microchilus mexicanus, Microchilus nigrescens, Microchilus ortgiesii, Microchilus paleaceus, Microchilus platanilloensis, Microchilus preslii, Microchilus procerus, Microchilus quadratus, Microchilus riopalenquensis, Microchilus schultesianus, Microchilus scrotiformis, Microchilus sparreorum, Microchilus sprucei, Microchilus tridax, Microchilus trifasciatus, Microchilus venezuelanus, Microchilus vesicifer, Microchilus weberianus, Microchilus xystophyllus, Microchilus zeuxinoides, Microchilus brunnescens, Microchilus campanulatus, Microchilus capitatus, Microchilus constrictus, Microchilus curviflorus, Microchilus ensicalcar,

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

Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.
Marta Kolanowska (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kolan.' in the authors string.