Pogogyne douglasii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1834
Citation Micro:
Labiat. Gen. Spec. : 414 (1834)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000279431
Common Names
- Douglasii Pogogyne
- Douglas's Pogogyne
- Douglas's Orchid
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- Pogogyne douglasii typica J.T.Howell [unknown]
Description
Pogogyne douglasii (also called 'Douglasii 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 douglasii 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.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Pogogyne douglasii sub. douglasiiPogogyne douglasii sub. parviflora (Benth.) J.T.Howell
Pogogyne douglasii sub. minor J.T.Howell
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pogogyne douglasii 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pogogyne douglasii 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 douglasii
Pogogyne douglasii is native to California.
Pogogyne douglasii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pogogyne douglasii?
Pogogyne douglasii
What type of plant is Pogogyne douglasii?
Herbaceous perennial
What is the natural habitat of Pogogyne douglasii?
Grasslands and chaparral
Species in the Pogogyne genus
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-161881: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.