Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
scrotiformis
ID:
472664

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.Schweinf.) Ormerod

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 17(4): 221 (2002).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000471996



Common Names

  • Scrotiformis Microchilus
  • Scrotiformis Moon Cactus
  • Scrotiformis Star Cactus


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Synonyms

  • Erythrodes scrotiformis C.Schweinf. [unknown]

Description

Microchilus scrotiformis (also called 'Scrotiform 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 scrotiformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Microchilus scrotiformis 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 scrotiformis 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 scrotiformis

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

Microchilus scrotiformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microchilus scrotiformis?

Microchilus scrotiformis

What is the common name of Microchilus scrotiformis?

Scrotiform Microchilus

What is the natural habitat of Microchilus scrotiformis?

Tropical rainforests in South America

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-254453: Based on the initial data import
Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.
Charles Schweinfurth (1890-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Schweinf.' in the authors string.