Description
Hypobathrum brevipes (also called Short-stalked hypobathrum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Angola, Benin, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Congo, Ivory Coast, Gabon, Ghana, Guinea, Liberia, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, and Togo. It is found in dry savanna, dry shrubland, and rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Hypobathrum brevipes is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and malaria. It is also used as a source of food, timber, and fuel.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hypobathrum brevipes has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon and two small, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hypobathrum brevipes is a slow-growing orchid that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers a warm, humid position and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer. Prune regularly to maintain a neat shape.