Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
atropurpurea
ID:
285399

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Willd.) Sauleda

Source:
wcs

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 65: 6 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000284731

Common Names

  • Atropurpurea Plant
  • Atropurpurea Tree
  • Atropurpurea Vine

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Synonyms

  • Encyclia atropurpurea Schltr. [unknown]
  • Epidendrum atropurpureum ( ex Willd.) Willd. [unknown]

Description

Psychilis atropurpurea (also called Purple Psychilis, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to tropical Africa. It has small, white flowers and dark green, oval-shaped leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Psychilis atropurpurea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psychilis atropurpurea is white, with a yellow center and four petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychilis atropurpurea is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 m tall. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests in India and Sri Lanka. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Psychilis atropurpurea

Psychilis atropurpurea can be found in the tropical regions of South and Central America.

Psychilis atropurpurea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychilis atropurpurea?

Psychilis atropurpurea

What is the common name of Psychilis atropurpurea?

Purple Psychilis

Where is Psychilis atropurpurea found?

Brazil

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-167035: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
Ruben Primitivo Sauleda (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sauleda' in the authors string.