Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
pygmaea
ID:
732489

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.Taylor

Source:
ksu

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Bull. Brit. Mus. (Nat. Hist.), Bot. 1: 72 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000731822

Common Names

  • Inversodicraea pygmaea
  • Pygmaea Inversodicraea
  • Pygmaea Inversodicraea

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Synonyms

  • Ledermanniella pygmaea (Pellegr.) C.Cusset [unknown]

Description

Inversodicraea pygmaea (also called Pygmy Inversodicraea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows to a height of 2-3 m. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in humid forests, riverbanks, and wet grasslands. It has pinnate leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Inversodicraea pygmaea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Inversodicraea pygmaea has white, yellow or pink flowers with a yellow centre. The flowers are usually borne in clusters of up to 10. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped capsule. The seedlings are small, thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Inversodicraea pygmaea is a terrestrial orchid native to Australia. It is best grown in well-drained soils in a sunny position. Propagation is by division of the clumps or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist.

Where to Find Inversodicraea pygmaea

Inversodicraea pygmaea can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia.

Inversodicraea pygmaea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Inversodicraea pygmaea?

Inversodicraea pygmaea

What are the common names of Inversodicraea pygmaea?

Pygmy Inversodicraea

What is the natural habitat of Inversodicraea pygmaea?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Podostemaceae family

Angolaea fluitans, Apinagia aripecuruensis, Apinagia arminensis, Apinagia batrachifolia, Apinagia boliviana, Apinagia brevicaulis, Apinagia crispa, Apinagia digitata, Apinagia dissecta, Apinagia divaricata, Apinagia fimbrifolia, Apinagia flexuosa, Apinagia fluitans, Apinagia fucoides, Apinagia gardneriana, Apinagia glaziovii, Apinagia goejei, Apinagia guairaensis, Apinagia guyanensis, Apinagia hulkiana, Apinagia itanensis, Apinagia kochii, Apinagia latifolia, Apinagia leptophylla, Apinagia longifolia, Apinagia marowynensis, Apinagia membranacea, Apinagia minor, Apinagia multibranchiata, Apinagia parvifolia, Apinagia petiolata, Apinagia platystigma, Apinagia pusilla, Apinagia rangiferina, Apinagia richardiana, Apinagia ruppioides, Apinagia spruceana, Apinagia staheliana, Apinagia surumuensis, Apinagia tenuifolia, Apinagia treslingiana, Apinagia versteegiana, Apinagia brejoagrestinensis, Autana andersonii, Castelnavia noveloi, Castelnavia cuneifolia, Castelnavia fimbriata, Castelnavia fluitans, Castelnavia lindmaniana, Castelnavia monandra,