Psilochilus francoae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
francoae
ID:
1334048
Status:
valid
Authors:
Szlach. & Baranow
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Novon 24: 408 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346502
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Psilochilus francoae (also called Francoa's Psilochilus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is endemic to the Canary Islands, where it is found in rocky areas. It is a small, evergreen plant with small, yellow flowers. It grows in a variety of habitats, including rocky slopes, cliffs, and coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Psilochilus francoae 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
Psilochilus francoae has small, white flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green with a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Psilochilus francoae can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid climate and well-drained soil. It should be grown in partial shade and should be watered regularly. It is also important to provide adequate air circulation to prevent fungal diseases.
Where to Find Psilochilus francoae
Psilochilus francoae is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Psilochilus francoae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Psilochilus francoae?
Psilochilus francoae
What is the common name of Psilochilus francoae?
Franco's Psilochilus
What is the natural habitat of Psilochilus francoae?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
Species in the Psilochilus genus
Psilochilus carinatus, Psilochilus dusenianus, Psilochilus macrophyllus, Psilochilus maderoi, Psilochilus modestus, Psilochilus mollis, Psilochilus physurifolius, Psilochilus panamensis, Psilochilus vallecaucanus, Psilochilus antioquiensis, Psilochilus tuerckheimii, Psilochilus sanderianus, Psilochilus alicjae, Psilochilus hatschbachii, Psilochilus dressleri, Psilochilus steyermarkii, Psilochilus minutifolius, Psilochilus francoae, Psilochilus szlachetkoanus,
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
Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.
Przemysław Baranow: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baranow' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77157617-1: Based on the initial data import