Status:
valid
Authors:
McMurtry & G.McDonald
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Field Guide Orchids N. S. Afr. Swaziland 467. 2008
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423999
Common Names
- Eulophia Vinosa
- Vinosa's Eulophia
- Eulophia's Vinosa
Description
Eulophia vinosa (also called Purple Eulophia, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to tropical Africa. It is a terrestrial herb growing up to 1 meter tall. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are purple. It is found in tropical rainforests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Eulophia vinosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are used for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Eulophia vinosa has small, yellow flowers with a pleasant scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and white.
Cultivation and Propagation
Eulophia vinosa can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is dormant. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until they have taken root. Once the divisions have taken root, they should be kept in a warm, sunny location. The plant should be fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Eulophia vinosa
Eulophia vinosa is native to India and can be found in the states of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.
Eulophia vinosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eulophia vinosa?
Eulophia vinosa
What is the common name of Eulophia vinosa?
Vinous Eulophia
What is the natural habitat of Eulophia vinosa?
Eulophia vinosa is found in tropical and subtropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar
Species in the Eulophia genus
Eulophia borbonica,
Eulophia lenbrassii,
Eulophia abyssinica,
Eulophia aculeata,
Eulophia acutilabra,
Eulophia adenoglossa,
Eulophia albobrunnea,
Eulophia aloifolia,
Eulophia alta,
Eulophia amblyosepala,
Eulophia andamanensis,
Eulophia angolensis,
Eulophia angustilabris,
Eulophia antunesii,
Eulophia arenicola,
Eulophia aurantiaca,
Eulophia barteri,
Eulophia bicallosa,
Eulophia biloba,
Eulophia bisaccata,
Eulophia borneensis,
Eulophia bouliawongo,
Eulophia brachycentra,
Eulophia bracteosa,
Eulophia brenanii,
Eulophia brevipetala,
Eulophia buettneri,
Eulophia burundiensis,
Eulophia calantha,
Eulophia calanthoides,
Eulophia callichroma,
Eulophia campbellii,
Eulophia caricifolia,
Eulophia carsonii,
Eulophia chaunanthe,
Eulophia chilangensis,
Eulophia chlorantha,
Eulophia chrysoglossoides,
Eulophia clandestina,
Eulophia clitellifer,
Eulophia coddii,
Eulophia coeloglossa,
Eulophia cooperi,
Eulophia corymbosa,
Eulophia cristata,
Eulophia cucullata,
Eulophia dabia,
Eulophia dactylifera,
Eulophia dahliana,
Eulophia densiflora,
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
Gavin McDonald: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.McDonald' in the authors string.