Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
nigricans
ID:
289923

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.Br.) D.L.Jones & M.A.Clem.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 77: 449 (1994 publ. 1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000289255



Common Names

  • Pyrorchis nigricans
  • Black Pyrorchis
  • Pyrorchis


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Synonyms

  • Leptoceras pectinata Endl. [unknown]
  • Lyperanthus nigricans R.Br. [unknown]
  • Caladenia nigricans Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Lyperanthus nigricans pumila Domin [unknown]

Description

Pyrorchis nigricans (also called Black pyrorchis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is found in China and Vietnam. It is a small, herbaceous perennial, growing up to 30 cm tall, with white flowers. It is found in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pyrorchis nigricans is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, headaches, and digestive disorders. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pyrorchis nigricans has small white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and thin with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pyrorchis nigricans can be propagated by seed or division. Sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in spring or autumn. Divide the clumps in spring or autumn. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Pyrorchis nigricans

Pyrorchis nigricans is native to the Himalayas and can be found in India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet.

Pyrorchis nigricans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pyrorchis nigricans?

Pyrorchis nigricans

What is the common name of Pyrorchis nigricans?

Black-eyed Susan

What is the natural habitat of Pyrorchis nigricans?

Grassy areas, meadows, and open woodlands

Species in the Pyrorchis 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-171300: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
David Lloyd Jones (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.L.Jones' in the authors string.
Mark Alwin Clements (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.A.Clem.' in the authors string.