Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
multiflora
ID:
288941

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 45: 389 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000288273



Common Names

  • Multiflora Pterichis
  • Pterichis Multiflora
  • Pterichis multiflora


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Synonyms

  • Acraea multiflora Lindl. [unknown]

Description

Pterichis multiflora (also called 'Many-flowered Pterichis', among many other common names) is an evergreen herb native to Central and South America. It grows to a height of 10-30 cm and has small, white flowers. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pterichis multiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pterichis multiflora has white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seed is a small, dark brown nut, and the seedlings have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterichis multiflora is a small herbaceous plant that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Divisions should be taken from the parent plant and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Pterichis multiflora

Pterichis multiflora can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America.

Pterichis multiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterichis multiflora?

Pterichis multiflora

What is the family of Pterichis multiflora?

Orchidaceae

Where is Pterichis multiflora native to?

Colombia

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-170353: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.