Psychilis olivacea - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
olivacea
ID:
285411
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Cogn.) Sauleda
Source:
wcs
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 65: 21 (1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000284743
Common Names
- Olivacea Psychilis
- Mountain Psychilis
- Tropical Psychilis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Encyclia olivacea (Cogn.) Beckner [unknown]
- Epidendrum olivaceum Cogn. [unknown]
Description
Psychilis olivacea (also called Olive Psychilis, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, up to 6 m tall, native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Psychilis olivacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a medicinal plant for the treatment of various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: The flowers of Psychilis olivacea are white, tubular, and have five lobes. Seed: The seeds of Psychilis olivacea are small, dark brown, and have a smooth surface. Seedlings: The seedlings of Psychilis olivacea have oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Psychilis olivacea is a tropical shrub that is native to South America. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. It is tolerant of drought and can be pruned to shape.
Where to Find Psychilis olivacea
Psychilis olivacea can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.
Psychilis olivacea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Psychilis olivacea?
Psychilis olivacea
What is the common name of Psychilis olivacea?
Olive guava
What is the natural habitat of Psychilis olivacea?
Dry forests in 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-167046: Based on the initial data import
Alfred Cogniaux (1841-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cogn.' in the authors string.
Ruben Primitivo Sauleda (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sauleda' in the authors string.