Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
flanaganii
ID:
249938

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bolus

Source:
wcs

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Trans. S. African Philos. Soc. 16: 145 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000249270



Common Names

  • Mystacidium Flanaganii
  • Flanaganii Mystacidium
  • Flanaganii Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Angraecum flanaganii Bolus [unknown]

Description

Mystacidium flanaganii (also called Flanagan's Mystacidium, among many other common names) is a species of orchid that is native to South Africa. It grows in moist, shady forests and is characterized by its tall, thin stem and its large, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Mystacidium flanaganii 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 flanaganii 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 flanaganii 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 flanaganii

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

Mystacidium flanaganii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mystacidium flanaganii?

Mystacidium flanaganii

What type of plant is Mystacidium flanaganii?

Evergreen shrub

Where does Mystacidium flanaganii 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-132922: Based on the initial data import
Harry Bolus (1834-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bolus' in the authors string.