Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pusilla
ID:
300255

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) Seidenf. & Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Bot. Tidsskr. 67: 118 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000299587



Common Names

  • Saccolabiopsis pusilla
  • Very Small Saccolabiopsis
  • Pusillous Saccolabiopsis


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Synonyms

  • Oeceoclades pusilla Lindl. [unknown]
  • Saccolabium pumilio Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Saccolabium pusillum Lindl. [illegitimate]
  • Gastrochilus pumilio (Rchb.f.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Saccolabiopsis pusilla (also called Tiny 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 pusilla 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 pusilla has small white flowers with yellowish-green centers. The seed is a small, black, shiny, and round. The seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saccolabiopsis pusilla 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 pusilla

Saccolabiopsis pusilla is found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America and Africa.

Saccolabiopsis pusilla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saccolabiopsis pusilla?

Saccolabiopsis pusilla

What is the family of Saccolabiopsis pusilla?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Saccolabiopsis pusilla?

Pusill Saccolabiopsis

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-181321: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.
Gunnar Seidenfaden (1908-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Seidenf.' in the authors string.