Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
sceptrum
ID:
267325

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Anexos Mem. Inst. Butantan, Secç. Bot. 1(55): 21 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000266657



Common Names

  • Pelexia sceptrum
  • Sceptrum Pelexia
  • Sceptrum Leaf-flower


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Synonyms

  • Pachygenium sceptrum (Schltr.) Szlach., R.González & Rutk. [unknown]

Description

Pelexia sceptrum (also called False Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is a herbaceous, perennial plant, growing up to 1 m tall, with opposite, ovate to lanceolate leaves, up to 10 cm long. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina, and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pelexia sceptrum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as well as for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Pelexia sceptrum has small, yellow flowers with a white center. Seed: The seeds are small, black and round. Seedlings: The seedlings are small, green and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pelexia sceptrum is a terrestrial orchid native to Central and South America. It is a hardy plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers a sunny location and can be grown in a variety of soils. It can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Pelexia sceptrum

Pelexia sceptrum is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be found in moist, shaded forests and along stream banks.

Pelexia sceptrum FAQ

What is the common name of Pelexia sceptrum?

Sceptre Pelexia

What is the natural habitat of Pelexia sceptrum?

Dry forests and open areas in Central America

What is the flower color of Pelexia sceptrum?

White, pink, or purple

Species in the Pelexia genus

Pelexia adnata, Pelexia albicans, Pelexia arrabidae, Pelexia asinus, Pelexia bonariensis, Pelexia bradei, Pelexia burgeri, Pelexia callifera, Pelexia caucae, Pelexia collocaliae, Pelexia comosa, Pelexia congesta, Pelexia cuculligera, Pelexia cundinamarcae, Pelexia decora, Pelexia delicatula, Pelexia ecuadorensis, Pelexia ekmanii, Pelexia fiebrigii, Pelexia funckiana, Pelexia goninensis, Pelexia goyazensis, Pelexia gracilis, Pelexia gutturosa, Pelexia hamata, Pelexia hirta, Pelexia hysterantha, Pelexia incurvidens, Pelexia itatiayae, Pelexia laminata, Pelexia laxa, Pelexia leucosticta, Pelexia lindmanii, Pelexia loefgrenii, Pelexia longibracteata, Pelexia luetzelburgii, Pelexia macropoda, Pelexia mandonii, Pelexia mattogrossensis, Pelexia matucanensis, Pelexia maxonii, Pelexia minarum, Pelexia mouraei, Pelexia neottiorhiza, Pelexia novofriburgensis, Pelexia obliqua, Pelexia ochyrae, Pelexia oestrifera, Pelexia olivacea, Pelexia orobanchoides,

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,

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