Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pendula
ID:
252427

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
wcs

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Bijdr. Fl. Ned. Ind. : 298 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000251759

Common Names

  • Appendicula pendula
  • Pendulous Appendicula
  • Hanging Appendicula

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Synonyms

  • Appendicula lancifolia Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Appendicula latibracteata J.J.Sm. [unknown]
  • Appendicula maingayi Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Appendicula pendula latibracteata (J.J.Sm.) Holttum [unknown]
  • Appendicula philippinensis (Schltr.) J.J.Sm. [unknown]
  • Appendicula rupicola Rolfe [unknown]
  • Podochilus lancifolius Schltr. [unknown]
  • Podochilus pendulus Schltr. [unknown]
  • Podochilus philippinensis Schltr. [unknown]
  • Podochilus rupicola Ridl. [unknown]
  • Conchochilus distichus Hassk. [unknown]
  • Appendicula latibracteata rajana J.J.Sm. [unknown]

Description

Appendicula pendula (also called Pendula Appendicula, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It has a single, thin, erect leaf and a single, small, yellow or white flower. It grows in moist, shady, grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Appendicula pendula has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and dizziness. It has also been used to treat skin diseases and to improve the immune system.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Appendicula pendula is white, with a yellow center, and a single petal. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Appendicula pendula is a terrestrial orchid species native to Taiwan. It is best grown in a well-drained, humus-rich soil in a partially shaded position. Propagation is by division of the mature plant or by seed.

Where to Find Appendicula pendula

Appendicula pendula is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.

Appendicula pendula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Appendicula pendula?

Appendicula pendula

What is the common name of Appendicula pendula?

Pendulous Appendicula

What type of plant is Appendicula pendula?

Herbaceous perennial

Species in the Appendicula genus

Appendicula aberrans, Appendicula adnata, Appendicula alba, Appendicula anceps, Appendicula anemophila, Appendicula angustifolia, Appendicula annamensis, Appendicula anomala, Appendicula babiensis, Appendicula baliensis, Appendicula biloba, Appendicula bilobulata, Appendicula biumbonata, Appendicula bracteata, Appendicula bracteosa, Appendicula brevimentum, Appendicula buxifolia, Appendicula calcarata, Appendicula calcicola, Appendicula callifera, Appendicula carinifera, Appendicula carnosa, Appendicula celebica, Appendicula chalmersiana, Appendicula clemensiae, Appendicula collina, Appendicula concava, Appendicula congenera, Appendicula congesta, Appendicula cornuta, Appendicula crispa, Appendicula cristata, Appendicula crotalina, Appendicula cuneata, Appendicula dajakorum, Appendicula damusensis, Appendicula dendrobioides, Appendicula densifolia, Appendicula disticha, Appendicula djamuensis, Appendicula effusa, Appendicula elegans, Appendicula elmeri, Appendicula fallax, Appendicula fasciculata, Appendicula fenixii, Appendicula flaccida, Appendicula floribunda, Appendicula foliosa, Appendicula fractiflexa,

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