Status:
valid
Authors:
(Rchb.f. ex Hook.f.) Schuit., Y.P.Ng & H.A.Pedersen
Source:
ipni
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 186(2): 201. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001425227
Description
Strongyleria pellipes (also called Hairless Strongyleria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is a small, terrestrial orchid, with a maximum height of 15 cm. It is native to the island of Madagascar, and is found in moist, shady forests, at elevations of up to 1000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Strongyleria pellipes is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, cough, and dysentery. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Strongyleria pellipes has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, round, dark green leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Strongyleria pellipes is a small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is usually found in lowland rainforest and is propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Strongyleria pellipes
Strongyleria pellipes is found in Madagascar.
Strongyleria pellipes FAQ
What is the scientific name of Strongyleria pellipes?
Strongyleria pellipes
What is the common name of Strongyleria pellipes?
Fleshy-footed Strongyleria
What is the natural habitat of Strongyleria pellipes?
Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests
Species in the Strongyleria genus
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
Yan Peng Ng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.P.Ng' in the authors string.