Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
lepidus
ID:
307517

Status:
valid

Authors:
Summerh.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 14: 130 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000306849



Common Names

  • Schizochilus lepidus
  • Lepidus Schizochilus
  • Lepidus Palm


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Description

Schizochilus lepidus (also called African Iris, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 0.6 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in grasslands and open woodlands. It has long, narrow leaves and white flowers with yellow and purple markings.

Uses & Benefits

Schizochilus lepidus has been used as a traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases. It has also been used as a food source, as a dye, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, yellow-green flowers with a white lip. Seed: Small, black, round seeds. Seedlings: Small, oval-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schizochilus lepidus is a small, evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It grows to 1 meter in height and has small, white flowers. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Schizochilus lepidus

Schizochilus lepidus can be found in tropical Africa, including Cameroon, Gabon, and Congo.

Schizochilus lepidus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schizochilus lepidus?

Schizochilus lepidus

What is the common name of Schizochilus lepidus?

Lacy Schizochilus

What is the natural habitat of Schizochilus lepidus?

Tropical rainforests

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,

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