Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
munroi
ID:
980003

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.N.Forbes

Source:
wcs

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Occas. Pap. Bernice Pauahi Bishop Mus. 6: 62 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000979341

Common Names

  • Haplostachys munroi
  • Munro's Haplostachys
  • Munro's False-Foxglove

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Description

Haplostachys munroi (also called Munro's 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 munroi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its beautiful white flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Haplostachys munroi are white or yellowish-white, and are about 1 cm in diameter. The seeds of this plant are small, dark brown, and have a hard, smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Haplostachys munroi 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 munroi

Haplostachys munroi 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-96265: Based on the initial data import
Charles Noyes Forbes (1883-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.N.Forbes' in the authors string.