Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
aliciae
ID:
249903

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bolus

Source:
wcs

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Icon. Orchid. Austro-Afric. 2: t. 6 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000249235



Common Names

  • Mystacidium Aliciae
  • Alicia's Mystacidium
  • Alicia's Orchid


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Description

Mystacidium aliciae (also called Alice's Mystacidium, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with fragrant white flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands. It has a dense, rounded habit and grows up to 3 meters tall.

Uses & Benefits

Mystacidium aliciae is an ornamental plant, grown for its attractive flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for the treatment of various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mystacidium aliciae has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mystacidium aliciae is an epiphytic orchid that grows to 1m in height and is native to South Africa. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Once established, the plants should be watered regularly and fertilised every few months.

Where to Find Mystacidium aliciae

Mystacidium aliciae is native to South Africa and is found in the wild in the Eastern Cape province.

Mystacidium aliciae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mystacidium aliciae?

Mystacidium aliciae

What type of plant is Mystacidium aliciae?

Evergreen shrub

Where does Mystacidium aliciae grow?

Tropical Africa

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-132891: Based on the initial data import
Harry Bolus (1834-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bolus' in the authors string.