Pseudocentrum macrostachyum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrostachyum
ID:
284603
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lindl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1858
Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 3: 64 (1858)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000283935
Common Names
- Macrostachyum Pseudocentrum
- Pseudocentrum Macrostachyum
- Macrostachyum Pseudocentrum Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pseudocentrum macrostachyum (also called False Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. It is a small, epiphytic orchid with yellow-green flowers and a short stem. It grows in humid forests, often on the branches of trees and shrubs.
Uses & Benefits
Pseudocentrum macrostachyum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pseudocentrum macrostachyum has white flowers with a yellow lip. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two to three upright leaves.
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Pseudocentrum macrostachyum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in late spring or early summer. Division is best done in early spring or late summer. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a well-drained, sandy soil.
Where to Find Pseudocentrum macrostachyum
Pseudocentrum macrostachyum is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.
Pseudocentrum macrostachyum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pseudocentrum macrostachyum?
Pseudocentrum macrostachyum
What are the common names of Pseudocentrum macrostachyum?
Common names of Pseudocentrum macrostachyum include False Daisy and False Daisy Bush
What is the natural habitat of Pseudocentrum macrostachyum?
Pseudocentrum macrostachyum is native to South America and is found in dry, rocky habitats
Species in the Pseudocentrum genus
Pseudocentrum bursarium, Pseudocentrum guadalupense, Pseudocentrum hoffmannii, Pseudocentrum macrostachyum, Pseudocentrum minus, Pseudocentrum purdii, Pseudocentrum sylvicola, Pseudocentrum kayi, Pseudocentrum magnicalcar, Pseudocentrum hirtzii, Pseudocentrum tandayapense, Pseudocentrum cauliifolium, Pseudocentrum glabrum,
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-166228: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.