Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
albida
ID:
284867

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Á.Löve & D.Löve

Source:
wcs

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Taxon 18: 312 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000284199



Common Names

  • Pseudorchis albida
  • White False Orchid
  • False Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Leucorchis albida (L.) E.Mey. [unknown]
  • Orchis albida Scop. [unknown]
  • Peristylus albidus Lindl. [unknown]
  • Platanthera albida Lindl. [unknown]
  • Satyrium albidum L. [unknown]
  • Sieberia albida Spreng. [unknown]
  • Bicchia albida Parl. [unknown]
  • Leucorchis albida lucida (Fuss) Soó [unknown]
  • Gymnadenia albida borensis Zapal. [unknown]
  • Gymnadenia albida minor Zapal. [unknown]
  • Leucorchis albida breviloba Schltr. [unknown]
  • Leucorchis albida breviloba (Schltr.) Soó [unknown]
  • Chamorchis albida Dumort. [unknown]
  • Coeloglossum albidum Hartm. [unknown]
  • Entaticus albidus Gray [unknown]
  • Gymnadenia albida (L.) Rich. [unknown]
  • Habenaria albida (L.) R.Br. [unknown]
  • Habenaria densiflora Schur [illegitimate]

Description

Pseudorchis albida (also called 'white helleborine', among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It grows up to 50 cm tall and has a dense, spreading crown. Its leaves are lanceolate, dark green and glossy on the upper surface, and paler beneath. It is found in lowland and montane forests, and in scrub and shrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudorchis albida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pseudorchis albida sub. albida
Pseudorchis albida sub. tricuspis (Beck) E.Klein

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pseudorchis albida is a white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, glossy, and black. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudorchis albida is an evergreen perennial that grows up to 1 meter in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Division should be done in spring or summer.

Where to Find Pseudorchis albida

Pseudorchis albida is native to the Caribbean, especially the Greater Antilles.

Pseudorchis albida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseudorchis albida?

Pseudorchis albida

What is the common name of Pseudorchis albida?

White-flowered Marsh Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Pseudorchis albida?

Wet meadows, marshes and damp heaths

Species in the Pseudorchis 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-166513: Based on the initial data import
Áskell Löve (1916-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Á.Löve' in the authors string.
Doris Löve (1918-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Löve' in the authors string.
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.