Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pulchella
ID:
554294

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.A.Pedersen & Indham.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 22: 398 (2002 publ. 2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553626



Common Names

  • Pulchella Milkvetch
  • Pulchellum Milkvetch
  • Pulchellum's Milkvetch


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Description

Sirindhornia pulchella (also called Beautiful Sirindhornia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a woody base and hairy stems. It is native to the Eastern Himalayas and is found in moist grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Sirindhornia pulchella has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries. It is believed to have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and immune-boosting properties. It is also believed to be beneficial for treating fatigue, anemia, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sirindhornia pulchella is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, green plants with thin, wiry stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sirindhornia pulchella is a hardy perennial that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in spring or early summer in a sunny spot. When propagating from cuttings, take cuttings from the new growth in spring or early summer and place in a pot of moist soil. Keep the soil moist and in a sunny spot until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Sirindhornia pulchella

Sirindhornia pulchella can be found in tropical Africa, from Angola to Mozambique, at elevations of 1,000–2,000 m.

Sirindhornia pulchella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sirindhornia pulchella?

Sirindhornia pulchella

What is the common name of Sirindhornia pulchella?

Pulchella

What type of plant is Sirindhornia pulchella?

Herb

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-265961: Based on the initial data import
Henrik Ærenlund Pedersen (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.A.Pedersen' in the authors string.
Surangraj Indhamusika: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Indham.' in the authors string.