Psychilis atropurpurea - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
atropurpurea
ID:
285399
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Willd.) Sauleda
Source:
wcs
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 65: 6 (1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000284731
Common Names
- Atropurpurea Plant
- Atropurpurea Tree
- Atropurpurea Vine
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Encyclia atropurpurea Schltr. [unknown]
- Epidendrum atropurpureum ( ex Willd.) Willd. [unknown]
Description
Psychilis atropurpurea (also called Purple Psychilis, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to tropical Africa. It has small, white flowers and dark green, oval-shaped leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Psychilis atropurpurea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Psychilis atropurpurea is white, with a yellow center and four petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Psychilis atropurpurea is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 m tall. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests in India and Sri Lanka. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.
Where to Find Psychilis atropurpurea
Psychilis atropurpurea can be found in the tropical regions of South and Central America.
Psychilis atropurpurea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Psychilis atropurpurea?
Psychilis atropurpurea
What is the common name of Psychilis atropurpurea?
Purple Psychilis
Where is Psychilis atropurpurea found?
Brazil
Species in the Psychilis genus
Psychilis atropurpurea, Psychilis bifida, Psychilis buchii, Psychilis cogniauxii, Psychilis correllii, Psychilis dodii, Psychilis domingensis, Psychilis kraenzlinii, Psychilis krugii, Psychilis macconnelliae, Psychilis monensis, Psychilis olivacea, Psychilis raganii, Psychilis rubeniana, Psychilis truncata, Psychilis tudiana, Psychilis vernicosa,
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-167035: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
Ruben Primitivo Sauleda (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sauleda' in the authors string.