Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
rhipsalisocia
ID:
1321955

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) P.J.Cribb & Carlsward

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 71: 46 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334409

Common Names

  • Podangis rhipsalisocia
  • Rhipsalisocia Podangis
  • Podangis' Rhipsalisocia

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Description

Podangis rhipsalisocia (also called Rhipsalisocia, among many other common names) is a small perennial herb with a basal rosette of leaves. It is native to South America, where it is found in moist, rocky soils in alpine meadows and tundra habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Podangis rhipsalisocia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Podangis rhipsalisocia is yellow and star-shaped, with five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Podangis rhipsalisocia is an epiphytic orchid that is best propagated by division. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained, organic potting mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly. Fertilizer should be applied every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Podangis rhipsalisocia

Podangis rhipsalisocia can be found in tropical Africa, primarily in Cameroon and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Podangis rhipsalisocia FAQ

What is the common name of Podangis rhipsalisocia?

Rhipsalisocia

What is the natural habitat of Podangis rhipsalisocia?

It is native to Madagascar.

What are the characteristics of Podangis rhipsalisocia?

It has a short stem and oval-shaped, green leaves. The white flowers have five petals and are bell-shaped.

Species in the Podangis genus

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

Phillip James Cribb (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Cribb' in the authors string.
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Barbara Sue Carlsward (b.1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carlsward' in the authors string.