Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
nguruense
ID:
249978

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.J.Cribb

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. E. Africa , Orchid.(3): 596 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000249310



Common Names

  • Mystacidium Nguruense
  • Nguruense Mystacidium
  • Nguruense Orchid


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Description

Mystacidium nguruense (also called Nguru 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 nguruense 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 nguruense has white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have two, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mystacidium nguruense 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 nguruense

Mystacidium nguruense is native to Tanzania and is found in the wild in the Nguru Mountains.

Mystacidium nguruense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mystacidium nguruense?

Mystacidium nguruense

What type of plant is Mystacidium nguruense?

Evergreen shrub

Where does Mystacidium nguruense 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-132959: Based on the initial data import
Phillip James Cribb (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Cribb' in the authors string.