Status:
valid
Authors:
(Cogn.) Sauleda
Source:
wcs
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 65: 24 (1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000284746
Common Names
- Truncata Psychilis
- Mountain Psychilis
- Tropical Psychilis
Synonyms
- Psychilis truncata tubichila Dod [unknown]
- Encyclia truncata (Cogn.) Beckner [unknown]
- Epidendrum eggersii Cogn. [unknown]
- Epidendrum truncatum Cogn. [unknown]
Description
Psychilis truncata (also called Truncate 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 truncata 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 truncata are white, tubular, and have five lobes. Seed: The seeds of Psychilis truncata are small, dark brown, and have a smooth surface. Seedlings: The seedlings of Psychilis truncata have oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Psychilis truncata 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 truncata
Psychilis truncata can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.
Psychilis truncata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Psychilis truncata?
Psychilis truncata
What is the common name of Psychilis truncata?
Truncate guava
What is the natural habitat of Psychilis truncata?
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,