Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
gracile
ID:
249947

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harv.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
Thes. Cap. 2: 48 (1863)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000249279



Common Names

  • Mystacidium Gracile
  • Gracile Mystacidium
  • Gracile Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Aeranthes gracilis Rchb.f. [unknown]

Description

Mystacidium gracile (also called Slender 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 gracile 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 gracile 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 gracile 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 gracile

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

Mystacidium gracile FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mystacidium gracile?

Mystacidium gracile

What type of plant is Mystacidium gracile?

Evergreen shrub

Where does Mystacidium gracile 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,