Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
preslii
ID:
472635

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ormerod

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 17: 221 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000471967



Common Names

  • Preslii Microchilus
  • Preslii Moon Cactus
  • Preslii Star Cactus


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Synonyms

  • Erythrodes preslii (Lindl.) Garay ex Dodson & P.M.Dodson [unknown]

Description

Microchilus preslii (also called 'Presl's Microchilus', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and tall stems with small white flowers. It is found in grassland and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Microchilus preslii is used in landscaping as an ornamental plant. It is also used for medicinal purposes to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Microchilus preslii is a white-green color and has a star-shaped structure. The seeds are small, black, and have a rough surface. The seedlings are small and have a white-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microchilus preslii can be propagated from seed or by division of the rhizomes. Cultivation is best done in a warm, sunny position with well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and reduce watering during the winter months.

Where to Find Microchilus preslii

Microchilus preslii can be found in the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Indonesia.

Microchilus preslii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microchilus preslii?

Microchilus preslii

Where is Microchilus preslii found?

Brazil

What type of plant is Microchilus preslii?

Herb

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-254448: Based on the initial data import
Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.