Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
linearifolia
ID:
980001

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Drake) Sherff

Source:
wcs

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz. 96: 136 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000979339

Common Names

  • Haplostachys linearifolia
  • Linear-Leaved Haplostachys
  • Linear-Leaved False-Foxglove

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Description

Haplostachys linearifolia (also called Linear-leaved Haplostachys, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to tropical regions of Asia. It has long, thin leaves and produces small, yellow-green flowers. It is commonly found in tropical forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Haplostachys linearifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its beautiful white flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Haplostachys linearifolia is a white, star-shaped flower with a long, thin spur. The seed is a small, round black seed. The seedling is a small, upright plant with thin, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Haplostachys linearifolia is a slow-growing, terrestrial orchid that can be propagated through division. It is best grown in a potting mix of bark, perlite, and charcoal. The plant prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. It should be fertilized every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Haplostachys linearifolia

Haplostachys linearifolia is native to Madagascar, where it is found in the eastern and northern parts of the island.

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-96263: Based on the initial data import
Emmanuel Drake del Castillo (1855-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Drake' in the authors string.
Earl Edward Sherff (1886-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sherff' in the authors string.