Status:
valid
Authors:
Verdc.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1950
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 53: 405 (1950)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000261520
Common Names
- Parviflora Otiophora
- Pauciflora Otiophora
- Perrieri Otiophora
Description
Otiophora multicaulis (also called Many-stemmed Otiophora, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 meters tall. It is native to Angola, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Otiophora multicaulis is used as an ornamental shrub, for its timber, and as a windbreak. It can also be used as a medicinal plant, as its leaves and bark can be used to treat skin infections, wounds, and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Otiophora multicaulis is a white or yellowish-white, tubular flower with a long, slender spur. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, round, green leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Otiophora multicaulis is a terrestrial orchid that can be cultivated in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. Propagation is best done through division of the rhizomes or by seed. The seeds should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Otiophora multicaulis
Otiophora multicaulis is native to Angola and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Otiophora multicaulis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Otiophora multicaulis?
Otiophora multicaulis
What is the common name of Otiophora multicaulis?
Multi-stemmed Otiophora
What is the natural habitat of Otiophora multicaulis?
Woodlands and forests
Species in the Otiophora genus
Otiophora angustifolia,
Otiophora caerulea,
Otiophora calycophylla,
Otiophora cupheoides,
Otiophora inyangana,
Otiophora lanceolata,
Otiophora lebruniana,
Otiophora multicaulis,
Otiophora parviflora,
Otiophora pauciflora,
Otiophora perrieri,
Otiophora pycnoclada,
Otiophora pycnostachys,
Otiophora rupicola,
Otiophora scabra,
Otiophora spirospicata,
Otiophora stolzii,
Otiophora villicaulis,
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata,
Acranthera anamallica,
Acranthera athroophlebia,
Acranthera atropella,
Acranthera aurantiaca,
Acranthera axilliflora,
Acranthera bullata,
Acranthera capitata,
Acranthera ceylanica,
Acranthera didymocarpa,
Acranthera endertii,
Acranthera frutescens,
Acranthera grandiflora,
Acranthera hallieri,
Acranthera hirtostipula,
Acranthera involucrata,
Acranthera johannis-winkleri,
Acranthera lanceolata,
Acranthera longipes,
Acranthera longipetiolata,
Acranthera maculata,
Acranthera megaphylla,
Acranthera monantha,
Acranthera nieuwenhuisii,
Acranthera ophiorhizoides,
Acranthera parviflora,
Acranthera philippensis,
Acranthera ruttenii,
Acranthera salmonea,
Acranthera siamensis,
Acranthera siliquosa,
Acranthera simalurensis,
Acranthera sinensis,
Acranthera strigosa,
Acranthera tomentosa,
Acranthera variegata,
Acranthera velutinervia,
Acranthera yatesii,
Acranthera philippinensis,
Acranthera burmanica,
Acranthera virescens,
Acranthera hoangii,
Acranthera collina,
Acrobotrys discolor,
Acrosynanthus jamaicensis,
Acrosynanthus latifolius,
Acrosynanthus minor,
Acrosynanthus ovatus,
Acrosynanthus parvifolius,
Acrosynanthus revolutus,