Status:
valid
Authors:
(Luer) Karremans & Mel.Fernández
Source:
ipni
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 340(2): 132. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001425063
Description
Pendusalpinx sijmii (also called 'Sijm's Pendusalpinx', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Pendusalpinx sijmii is a medicinal plant used in traditional medicine for treating fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for birds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pendusalpinx sijmii has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and round in shape. The seedlings have a single seed leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pendusalpinx sijmii can be propagated by division or by seed. Division is best done in spring, when the plant is actively growing. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept at a temperature of around 18-21°C. Germination usually takes around 2-3 weeks.
Where to Find Pendusalpinx sijmii
Pendusalpinx sijmii is native to Vietnam and can be found in tropical rainforests.
Pendusalpinx sijmii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pendusalpinx sijmii?
Pendusalpinx sijmii
What is the common name of Pendusalpinx sijmii?
Sijmii Pendusalpinx
What is the natural habitat of Pendusalpinx sijmii?
Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia
Species in the Pendusalpinx genus
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
Melania Fernández: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mel.Fernández' in the authors string.