Phymaspermum comptonii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
comptonii
ID:
1333912
Status:
valid
Authors:
Magee & Ruiters
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 41(2): 451 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346366
Common Names
- Phymaspermum comptonii
- Compton's Phymaspermum
- Comptonii Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Phymaspermum comptonii (also called 'Compton's Phymaspermum', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Zingiberaceae family. It is a rhizomatous perennial herb with a single, unbranched stem, reaching up to 1 m tall. It is native to India, and typically grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Phymaspermum comptonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Phymaspermum comptonii has small white flowers with yellow centers and long stamens. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings have long, narrow, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Phymaspermum comptonii is best done from seed. The seed should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, humid environment and should be protected from direct sunlight. Propagation can also be done through division of the rhizomes.
Where to Find Phymaspermum comptonii
Phymaspermum comptonii can be found in Central America, South America, and the Caribbean.
Phymaspermum comptonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phymaspermum comptonii?
Phymaspermum comptonii
What is the natural habitat of Phymaspermum comptonii?
It is native to the Mediterranean region.
What are the uses of Phymaspermum comptonii?
It is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal herb.
Species in the Phymaspermum genus
Phymaspermum villosum, Phymaspermum athanasioides, Phymaspermum scoparium, Phymaspermum leptophyllum, Phymaspermum appressum, Phymaspermum peglerae, Phymaspermum carnosulum, Phymaspermum aciculare, Phymaspermum junceum, Phymaspermum montanum, Phymaspermum argenteum, Phymaspermum bolusii, Phymaspermum pubescens, Phymaspermum parvifolium, Phymaspermum acerosum, Phymaspermum pinnatifidum, Phymaspermum erubescens, Phymaspermum equisetoides, Phymaspermum woodii, Phymaspermum schroeteri, Phymaspermum aciculare, Phymaspermum leptophyllum, Phymaspermum parvifolium, Phymaspermum trifidum, Phymaspermum aphyllum, Phymaspermum oppositifolium, Phymaspermum comptonii, Phymaspermum thymelaeoides,
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,
References
Anthony R. Magee: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Magee' in the authors string.
Ashton K. Ruiters: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruiters' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77157269-1: Based on the initial data import