Microcoelia exilis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
exilis
ID:
243696
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lindl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1830
Citation Micro:
Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. 61. 1830 [May 1830]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000243028
Common Names
- Microcoelia exilis
- Slender Microcoelia
- Slender Jewel Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Mystacidium exile T.Durand & Schinz [unknown]
- Rhaphidorhynchus chiloschistae Finet [unknown]
- Epidorkis exilis Kuntze [unknown]
- Angraecum chiloschistae Rchb.f. [unknown]
- Gussonea chilochistae Schltr. [unknown]
- Gussonea exilis Ridl. [unknown]
Description
Microcoelia exilis (also called Minute 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 exilis 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 exilis 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 exilis 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 exilis
Microcoelia exilis is native to India.
Microcoelia exilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Microcoelia exilis?
Microcoelia exilis
What is the family of Microcoelia exilis?
Orchidaceae
What is the common name of Microcoelia exilis?
Exilis
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-126994: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.