Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
abramsii
ID:
280096

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.T.Howell

Source:
wcs

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Proc. Calif. Acad. Sci. , ser. 4, 20: 119 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000279428



Common Names

  • Abramsii Pogogyne
  • Abrams' Pogogyne
  • Abrams' Orchid


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Description

Pogogyne abramsii (also called 'Abramsii Orchid', among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species with a single, thin, upright stem. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical forests and grasslands. It has long, thin leaves with a bright green color, and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Pogogyne abramsii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food crop. Its leaves are edible and can be used as a vegetable, and its seeds can be eaten raw or cooked.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pogogyne abramsii is a white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pogogyne abramsii is a terrestrial orchid native to California. It can be propagated from seed, or by division of the rhizomes. It prefers a moist, well-draining soil and partial shade. It can be grown in a pot or in the ground.

Where to Find Pogogyne abramsii

Pogogyne abramsii is native to California.

Pogogyne abramsii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pogogyne abramsii?

Pogogyne abramsii

What is the common name of Pogogyne abramsii?

Abrams' Pogogyne

What is the natural habitat of Pogogyne abramsii?

Tropical rainforest

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-161879: Based on the initial data import
John Thomas Howell (1903-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.T.Howell' in the authors string.