Status:
valid
Authors:
Schltr. & Bolus
Source:
wcs
Year:
1894
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 32: 332 (1894)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000518540
Common Names
- Acrolophia cochlearis
- Cochlear Acrolophia
- Cochlear Acrolophia
Synonyms
- Eulophia cochlearis Lindl. [unknown]
- Graphorkis cochlearis Kuntze [unknown]
- Graphorchis cochlearis (Lindl.) Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Acrolophia cochlearis (also called Spiny-Fruited Acrolophia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in dry forests, woodlands and savannas. The leaves are alternate, lanceolate and up to 25 cm long.
Uses & Benefits
Acrolophia cochlearis is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat various skin conditions, as well as to reduce inflammation and improve digestion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acrolophia cochlearis has a small white flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acrolophia cochlearis is a perennial herb that can grow up to 1 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It can be propagated from seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. The plant prefers full sun and moderate water.
Where to Find Acrolophia cochlearis
Acrolophia cochlearis is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and south to Angola and Mozambique.
Acrolophia cochlearis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acrolophia cochlearis?
Acrolophia cochlearis
What are the common names of Acrolophia cochlearis?
Cochlearis Acrolophia, Cochlearis Grass
What is the natural habitat of Acrolophia cochlearis?
Acrolophia cochlearis is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands in South Africa
Species in the Acrolophia 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,