Status:
valid
Authors:
(Dod) Sauleda
Source:
wcs
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 65: 27 (1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000284749
Common Names
- Tudiana Psychilis
- Mountain Psychilis
- Tropical Psychilis
Synonyms
- Encyclia tudiana Dod [unknown]
Description
Psychilis tudiana (also called Tudiana shrub, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub or tree that grows up to 6 meters tall. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as disturbed areas and secondary forests.
Uses & Benefits
Psychilis tudiana 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 tudiana are white, tubular, and have five lobes. Seed: The seeds of Psychilis tudiana are small, dark brown, and have a smooth surface. Seedlings: The seedlings of Psychilis tudiana have oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Psychilis tudiana 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 tudiana
Psychilis tudiana can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.
Psychilis tudiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Psychilis tudiana?
Psychilis tudiana
What is the common name of Psychilis tudiana?
Tud's guava
What is the natural habitat of Psychilis tudiana?
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,