Microcoelia leptostele - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leptostele
ID:
243708
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Summerh.) L.Jonss.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1981
Citation Micro:
Symb. Bot. Upsal. 23: 127 (1981)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000243040
Common Names
- Microcoelia leptostele
- Slender-stalked Microcoelia
- Slender-stalked Jewel Orchid
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- Encheiridion leptostele Summerh. [unknown]
Description
Microcoelia leptostele (also called Slender-Stemmed 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 leptostele 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.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Microcoelia leptostele sub. leptosteleMicrocoelia leptostele sub. cordatilabia Szlach. & Olszewski
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Microcoelia leptostele is yellow with a white center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and long.
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Microcoelia leptostele 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 leptostele
Microcoelia leptostele is native to India.
Microcoelia leptostele FAQ
What is the scientific name of Microcoelia leptostele?
Microcoelia leptostele
What is the family of Microcoelia leptostele?
Orchidaceae
What is the common name of Microcoelia leptostele?
Leptostele
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-127003: Based on the initial data import
Victor Samuel Summerhayes (1897-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Summerh.' in the authors string.
Lars Jonsson (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Jonss.' in the authors string.