Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
limminghei
ID:
285419

Status:
valid

Authors:
(É.Morren ex Lindl.) Lückel & Braem

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Orchidee (Hamburg) 33: 7 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000284751



Common Names

  • Limminghei Psychopsiella
  • Mountain Psychopsiella
  • Tropical Psychopsiella


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Synonyms

  • Oncidium echinophorum Barb.Rodr. [unknown]
  • Oncidium limminghei É.Morren ex Lindl. [unknown]
  • Psychopsis limminghei (É.Morren ex Lindl.) M.W.Chase [unknown]

Description

Psychopsiella limminghei (also called Limminghei 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

Psychopsiella limminghei 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 Psychopsiella limminghei are white, tubular, and have five lobes. Seed: The seeds of Psychopsiella limminghei are small, dark brown, and have a smooth surface. Seedlings: The seedlings of Psychopsiella limminghei have oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychopsiella limminghei 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 Psychopsiella limminghei

Psychopsiella limminghei can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Psychopsiella limminghei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychopsiella limminghei?

Psychopsiella limminghei

What is the common name of Psychopsiella limminghei?

Limminghei's guava

What is the natural habitat of Psychopsiella limminghei?

Dry forests in Brazil

Species in the Psychopsiella genus

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

John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Emil Lückel (b.1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lückel' in the authors string.
Guido Jozef Braem (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Braem' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:911204-1: Based on the initial data import