Saccolabiopsis pumila - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pumila
ID:
300254
Status:
valid
Authors:
Garay
Source:
wcs
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23: 198 (1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000299586
Common Names
- Saccolabiopsis pumila
- Dwarf Saccolabiopsis
- Pumilous Saccolabiopsis
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- Saccolabium pumilum Ridl. [illegitimate]
Description
Saccolabiopsis pumila (also called Dwarf Saccolabiopsis, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to the tropical rainforest regions of Central and South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can be found in the understory of the rainforest.
Uses & Benefits
Saccolabiopsis pumila is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Saccolabiopsis pumila has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Saccolabiopsis pumila can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Both should be kept in a warm, sunny spot.
Where to Find Saccolabiopsis pumila
Saccolabiopsis pumila is native to the tropical forests of South America.
Saccolabiopsis pumila FAQ
What is the scientific name of Saccolabiopsis pumila?
Saccolabiopsis pumila
What is the common name of Saccolabiopsis pumila?
Pumilous Saccolabiopsis
What is the natural habitat of Saccolabiopsis pumila?
It is found in tropical and subtropical forests of Central and South America
Species in the Saccolabiopsis genus
Saccolabiopsis alata, Saccolabiopsis armitii, Saccolabiopsis bakhuizenii, Saccolabiopsis gillespiei, Saccolabiopsis microphyton, Saccolabiopsis pallida, Saccolabiopsis papuana, Saccolabiopsis pumila, Saccolabiopsis pusilla, Saccolabiopsis rara, Saccolabiopsis rectifolia, Saccolabiopsis selebica, Saccolabiopsis tenella, Saccolabiopsis viridiflora, Saccolabiopsis taiwaniana, Saccolabiopsis arnitii,
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-181320: Based on the initial data import
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.