Hemiphylacus mahindae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mahindae
ID:
656434
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.Hern.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 20: 552 (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000655766
Common Names
- Mahinda's Hemiphylacus
- Mahinda's Leafless Orchid
- Mahinda's Leafless-orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hemiphylacus mahindae (also called Mahinda's Hemiphylacus, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid in the Orchidaceae family. It has yellow-green flowers and grows up to 10 cm tall. It is native to India and is found in tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Hemiphylacus mahindae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hemiphylacus mahindae is small and yellow, with four petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hemiphylacus mahindae is a tropical epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It prefers bright, indirect light and a well-draining potting mix. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks. Propagation is done through division of the rhizomes.
Where to Find Hemiphylacus mahindae
Hemiphylacus mahindae can be found in the Himalayan region of India and Nepal.
Hemiphylacus mahindae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hemiphylacus mahindae?
Hemiphylacus mahindae
What type of plant is Hemiphylacus mahindae?
A flowering plant
Where is Hemiphylacus mahindae found?
The Caucasus region
Species in the Hemiphylacus genus
Species in the Asparagaceae family
Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-277702: Based on the initial data import
Luis Hernández Sandoval (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Hern.' in the authors string.