Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
wrightii
ID:
284665

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Beih. Bot. Centralbl. 37(2): 370 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000283997



Common Names

  • Wrightii Pseudogoodyera
  • Pseudogoodyera Wrightii
  • Wrightii Pseudogoodyera Plant


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Synonyms

  • Pseudogoodyera pseudogoodyeroides (L.O.Williams) R.González & Szlach. [unknown]
  • Spiranthes pseudogoodyerioides L.O.Williams [unknown]
  • Spiranthes wrightii (Rchb.f.) Schltr. [unknown]
  • Goodyera erythrosticta Griseb. [unknown]
  • Goodyera wrightii Rchb.f. [unknown]

Description

Pseudogoodyera wrightii (also called Wright's false goodyera, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid with a rosette of leaves at the base. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, from Senegal to Sudan and Ethiopia. It is found in dry and moist forests, as well as in savannas and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudogoodyera wrightii is used as an ornamental plant, and its flowers are used in traditional medicine to treat fever and stomach pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pseudogoodyera wrightii has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudogoodyera wrightii is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C.

Where to Find Pseudogoodyera wrightii

Pseudogoodyera wrightii is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Pseudogoodyera wrightii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseudogoodyera wrightii?

Pseudogoodyera wrightii

What is the common name of Pseudogoodyera wrightii?

Wright's False Goodyera

Where is Pseudogoodyera wrightii found?

It is native to China, Japan, and Korea.

Species in the Pseudogoodyera 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-166301: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.