Eulophia cucullata (Afzel. ex Sw.) Steud.

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Description

Eulophia cucullata (also called Cucullata Eulophia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to tropical Africa. It has a single, thick, leathery leaf and a long, branched inflorescence with many small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady forests, often in the canopy of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Eulophia cucullata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower for bouquets. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eulophia cucullata is white with a yellow center and a long, curved spur. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and thin with a single, long, narrow leaf.

Eulophia cucullata (Eulophia Cucullata, Cucullata Eulophia, Cucullate Eulophia) - Uses, Benefits & Common Names (selinawamucii.com)

 

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