Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
fibeckii
ID:
525691

Status:
valid

Authors:
Phiri

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Orchidee (Hamburg) 55: 194 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000525023



Common Names

  • Satyrium fibeckii
  • Fibeck's Satyrium
  • Fibeck's Rockrose


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Description

Satyrium fibeckii (also called Fibeck's Satyrium, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical Africa. It grows up to 15 cm in height and has a stem diameter of up to 1 cm. It is found in lowland and montane rainforest, wooded grassland, and riverine forest.

Uses & Benefits

Satyrium fibeckii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Satyrium fibeckii has small, white flowers with a yellow lip. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Satyrium fibeckii is a terrestrial orchid that can be propagated from seed or division. The seed should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring when the plant is actively growing. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Satyrium fibeckii

Satyrium fibeckii is native to South Africa.

Satyrium fibeckii FAQ

What is the common name of Satyrium fibeckii?

Fibeck's Satyrium

What is the natural habitat of Satyrium fibeckii?

Himalayan forests at altitudes of 1000-3000m

What is the best soil type for Satyrium fibeckii?

Well-drained, acidic soil

Species in the Satyrium genus

Satyrium aberrans, Satyrium acuminatum, Satyrium aethiopicum, Satyrium afromontanum, Satyrium amblyosaccos, Satyrium amoenum, Satyrium anomalum, Satyrium baronii, Satyrium bicallosum, Satyrium bicorne, Satyrium brachypetalum, Satyrium bracteatum, Satyrium breve, Satyrium buchananii, Satyrium candidum, Satyrium carneum, Satyrium carsonii, Satyrium chlorocorys, Satyrium compactum, Satyrium comptum, Satyrium confusum, Satyrium coriifolium, Satyrium coriophoroides, Satyrium crassicaule, Satyrium cristatum, Satyrium ecalcaratum, Satyrium elongatum, Satyrium emarcidum, Satyrium erectum, Satyrium fimbriatum, Satyrium flavum, Satyrium foliosum, Satyrium guthriei, Satyrium hallackii, Satyrium humile, Satyrium jacottetiae, Satyrium johnsonii, Satyrium kermesinum, Satyrium kitimboense, Satyrium ligulatum, Satyrium longicauda, Satyrium longicolle, Satyrium lupulinum, Satyrium macrophyllum, Satyrium mechowii, Satyrium membranaceum, Satyrium microcorys, Satyrium microrrhynchum, Satyrium mirum, Satyrium miserum,

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-262740: Based on the initial data import
Virginia Phiri: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phiri' in the authors string.