Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
straminea
ID:
284875

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Fernald) Soják

Source:
wcs

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Cas. Nár. Mus., Odd. Prír. 141: 63 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000284207



Common Names

  • Pseudorchis straminea
  • Straw-colored False Orchid
  • False Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Leucorchis albida straminea (Fernald) Á.Löve [unknown]
  • Leucorchis straminea (Fernald) Á.Löve [unknown]
  • Platanthera albida straminea (Fernald) Luer [unknown]
  • Pseudorchis albida straminea (Fernald) Á.Löve & D.Löve [unknown]
  • Gymnadenia straminea (Fernald) P.Delforge [unknown]
  • Habenaria albida straminea (Fernald) F.J.A.Morris & E.A.Eames [unknown]
  • Pseudorchis albida straminea (Fernald) O.Gruss & M.Wolff [unknown]
  • Gymnadenia albida straminea (Fernald) Løjtnant [unknown]
  • Habenaria straminea Fernald [unknown]

Description

Pseudorchis straminea (also called 'yellow 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 straminea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pseudorchis straminea 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 straminea 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 straminea

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

Pseudorchis straminea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseudorchis straminea?

Pseudorchis straminea

What is the common name of Pseudorchis straminea?

Straw-coloured Marsh Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Pseudorchis straminea?

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

Merritt Lyndon Fernald (1873-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fernald' in the authors string.
Jiří Soják (1936-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soják' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:655145-1: Based on the initial data import