Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
bifida
ID:
285400

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Aubl.) Sauleda

Source:
wcs

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 65: 8 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000284732

Common Names

  • Bifida Plant
  • Bifida Tree
  • Bifida Vine

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Synonyms

  • Psychilis amena Raf. [unknown]
  • Epidendrum papilionaceum grandiflorum Cogn. [unknown]
  • Encyclia bifida (Aubl.) Britton & P.Wilson [unknown]
  • Encyclia ekmanii (Mansf.) Dod [unknown]
  • Encyclia papilionacea Schltr. [unknown]
  • Epidendrum bifidum Lindl. ex Rchb.f. [illegitimate]
  • Epidendrum bifidum ( ex Aubl.) Aubl. [unknown]
  • Epidendrum brittonianum A.D.Hawkes [unknown]
  • Epidendrum ekmanii Mansf. [unknown]
  • Epidendrum papilionaceum Vahl [unknown]
  • Encyclia bifida (Aubl.) W.J.Schrenk [unknown]

Description

Psychilis bifida (also called Bifid 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 bifida 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 bifida 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 bifida is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 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 bifida

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

Psychilis bifida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psychilis bifida?

Psychilis bifida

What is the common name of Psychilis bifida?

Bifid Psychilis

Where is Psychilis bifida found?

Brazil

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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-167036: Based on the initial data import
Jean Baptiste Christophore Fusée Aublet (1723-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aubl.' in the authors string.
Ruben Primitivo Sauleda (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sauleda' in the authors string.