Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
personata
ID:
1332053

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Puglisi

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 71(1)-2: 1 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001344507





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Description

Microchirita personata (also called the Personate Microchirita, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is a terrestrial orchid, growing in grasslands and open forests. It has an erect stem, with an inflorescence of up to 6 flowers. The flowers are white in color, with a purple lip.

Uses & Benefits

Microchirita personata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make traditional medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Microchirita personata has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a single seed per fruit. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microchirita personata is a fast-growing, evergreen perennial that grows up to 1 m tall. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagate by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Microchirita personata

Microchirita personata is native to Thailand and is found in the Northern Thailand mountain range.

Microchirita personata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microchirita personata?

Microchirita personata

What type of plant is Microchirita personata?

It is a species of plant in the family Gesneriaceae.

Where is Microchirita personata found?

It is found in Thailand.

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

Carmen Puglisi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Puglisi' in the authors string.