Microcoelia elliotii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
elliotii
ID:
243694
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Finet) Summerh.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1943
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 11: 153 (1943)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000243026
Common Names
- Microcoelia elliotii
- Elliot's Microcoelia
- Elliot's Jewel Orchid
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- Listrostachys elliottii Finet [unknown]
- Gussonea elliottii Schltr. [unknown]
Description
Microcoelia elliotii (also called Elliot's Microcoelia, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in tropical Africa. It has an upright stem and a single, long-lasting, fragrant flower. The plant grows in moist forests and on cliffs, usually at elevations of 500-1000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Microcoelia elliotii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Microcoelia elliotii is small and white with four petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings are small, with white, four-petaled flowers.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Microcoelia elliotii can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Division is best done in the spring or fall. The plant should be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in a well-draining potting mix.
Where to Find Microcoelia elliotii
Microcoelia elliotii is native to India.
Microcoelia elliotii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Microcoelia elliotii?
Microcoelia elliotii
What is the family of Microcoelia elliotii?
Orchidaceae
What is the common name of Microcoelia elliotii?
Elliotii
Species in the Microcoelia genus
Microcoelia aphylla, Microcoelia aurantiaca, Microcoelia bispiculata, Microcoelia bulbocalcarata, Microcoelia caespitosa, Microcoelia corallina, Microcoelia decaryana, Microcoelia dolichorrhiza, Microcoelia elliotii, Microcoelia exilis, Microcoelia gilpiniae, Microcoelia globulosa, Microcoelia hirschbergii, Microcoelia jonssonii, Microcoelia koehleri, Microcoelia konduensis, Microcoelia leptostele, Microcoelia macrantha, Microcoelia macrorrhynchium, Microcoelia megalorrhiza, Microcoelia microglossa, Microcoelia moreauae, Microcoelia nyungwensis, Microcoelia obovata, Microcoelia ornithocephala, Microcoelia perrieri, Microcoelia physophora, Microcoelia sanfordii, Microcoelia smithii, Microcoelia stolzii, Microcoelia cornuta, Microcoelia grahamii, Microcoelia longipes, Microcoelia africana,
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-126992: Based on the initial data import
Victor Samuel Summerhayes (1897-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Summerh.' in the authors string.
Achille Eugène Finet (1863-1913): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Finet' in the authors string.