Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pusillum
ID:
249995

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harv.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
Thes. Cap. 2: 47 (1863)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000249327



Common Names

  • Mystacidium Pusillum
  • Pusillum Mystacidium
  • Pusillum Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Aeranthes pusilla Rchb.f. [unknown]

Description

Mystacidium pusillum (also called Dwarf 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 pusillum 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 pusillum 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 pusillum is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to South Africa. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood shoots in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Mystacidium pusillum

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

Mystacidium pusillum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mystacidium pusillum?

Mystacidium pusillum

What is the common name of Mystacidium pusillum?

Miniature Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Mystacidium pusillum?

Tropical forests in 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