Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
fargesii
ID:
1412077

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baill.) Y.F.Deng

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 302(3): 298. 2017 [4 Apr 2017] [epublished]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424542



Common Names

  • Farges' Rohdea
  • Fargesii Rohdea
  • Farges' Star Orchid


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Description

Rohdea fargesii (also called 'Farges' Orchid', among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It has a single stem with long, narrow leaves and produces small, white flowers with yellow centers. It grows in moist, shady places such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Rohdea fargesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used as a groundcover in shady areas. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rohdea fargesii has small, white flowers. The seed is a small, black, globular capsule. The seedlings have long, narrow, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rohdea fargesii can be propagated from seed or by division. When sowing seeds, use a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. The seeds should germinate in 1-2 weeks. When propagating by division, divide the plant in spring or early summer and replant the divisions in well-draining soil. Rohdea fargesii prefers partial shade and should be grown in a sheltered location.

Where to Find Rohdea fargesii

Rohdea fargesii can be found in China, Japan, and Korea.

Rohdea fargesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rohdea fargesii?

Rohdea fargesii

What is the common name of Rohdea fargesii?

Farges' Rohdea

What is the natural habitat of Rohdea fargesii?

Tropical rainforests

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

Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
Yun Fei Deng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.F.Deng' in the authors string.