Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
albiflora
ID:
1325190

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.J.Middleton & Triboun

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Thai Forest Bull., Bot. 41: 19 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337644



Common Names

  • Microchirita Albiflora
  • Albiflora Orchid
  • Albiflora Microchirita


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Description

Microchirita albiflora (also called White-flowered Microchirita, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 meters in height. It is native to India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Microchirita albiflora is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, and is also used as an ornamental plant in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Microchirita albiflora has white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microchirita albiflora is a tropical evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It requires well-drained soil and regular watering. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Microchirita albiflora

Microchirita albiflora can be found in Thailand.

Microchirita albiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microchirita albiflora?

Microchirita albiflora

What are the common names of Microchirita albiflora?

White-flowered Microchirita

What is the natural habitat of Microchirita albiflora?

Microchirita albiflora is found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,

References

David John Middleton (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.J.Middleton' in the authors string.
Pramote Triboun: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Triboun' in the authors string.