Status:
valid
Authors:
W.Kittr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1985
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 30(2): 98 (1984 publ. 1985)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000927157
Common Names
- Agrostophyllum neoguinense
- Neoguinense Agrostophyllum
- Neoguinense Crossoglossa
Description
Agrostophyllum neoguinense (also called Neoguinense Agrostophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is a terrestrial herb with a single leaf and a single flower. It is native to the Philippines, where it is found in montane forests. It is found in habitats such as grasslands, shrublands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Agrostophyllum neoguinense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It can also be used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Agrostophyllum neoguinense is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and round with a black color. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Agrostophyllum neoguinense can be propagated by division, cuttings, or seed. Division is the easiest and most reliable method. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in spring in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not soggy and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Agrostophyllum neoguinense
Agrostophyllum neoguinense can be found in the tropical rainforests of the Philippines.
Species in the Agrostophyllum genus
Agrostophyllum grubbianum,
Agrostophyllum cyatheicola,
Agrostophyllum militare,
Agrostophyllum milneanum,
Agrostophyllum nidus-avis,
Agrostophyllum subacuminatum,
Agrostophyllum triquetrum,
Agrostophyllum kairoanum,
Agrostophyllum daymanense,
Agrostophyllum crassilabium,
Agrostophyllum beleense,
Agrostophyllum atrobrunneum,
Agrostophyllum habbemense,
Agrostophyllum acutum,
Agrostophyllum amboinense,
Agrostophyllum appendiculoides,
Agrostophyllum aristatum,
Agrostophyllum atrovirens,
Agrostophyllum bilobolabellatum,
Agrostophyllum bimaculatum,
Agrostophyllum brachiatum,
Agrostophyllum brevipes,
Agrostophyllum callosum,
Agrostophyllum compressum,
Agrostophyllum crassicaule,
Agrostophyllum curvilabre,
Agrostophyllum curvum,
Agrostophyllum cyathiforme,
Agrostophyllum cycloglossum,
Agrostophyllum cyclopense,
Agrostophyllum dischorense,
Agrostophyllum djararatense,
Agrostophyllum dolychophyllum,
Agrostophyllum earinoides,
Agrostophyllum elatum,
Agrostophyllum elmeri,
Agrostophyllum elongatum,
Agrostophyllum fibrosum,
Agrostophyllum flavidum,
Agrostophyllum formosanum,
Agrostophyllum fragrans,
Agrostophyllum globiceps,
Agrostophyllum globigerum,
Agrostophyllum glumaceum,
Agrostophyllum graminifolium,
Agrostophyllum grandiflorum,
Agrostophyllum inocephalum,
Agrostophyllum javanicum,
Agrostophyllum kaniense,
Agrostophyllum kusaiense,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii,
Aa hartwegii,
Aa hieronymi,
Aa leucantha,
Aa lorentzii,
Aa macra,
Aa achalensis,
Aa maderoi,
Aa mandonii,
Aa matthewsii,
Aa microtidis,
Aa paleacea,
Aa argyrolepis,
Aa riobambae,
Aa rosei,
Aa schickendanzii,
Aa sphaeroglossa,
Aa trilobulata,
Aa weddelliana,
Aa aurantiaca,
Aa calceata,
Aa colombiana,
Aa denticulata,
Aa erosa,
Aa figueroi,
Aa lozanoi,
Aa lehmannii,
Acampe carinata,
Acampe cephalotes,
Acampe ochracea,
Acampe pachyglossa,
Acampe praemorsa,
Acampe joiceyana,
Acampe hulae,
Acanthophippium bicolor,
Acanthophippium chrysoglossum,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Acanthophippium eburneum,
Acanthophippium gougahense,
Acanthophippium javanicum,
Acanthophippium lilacinum,
Acanthophippium mantinianum,
Acanthophippium parviflorum,
Acanthophippium pictum,
Acanthophippium splendidum,
Acanthophippium striatum,
Acanthophippium sylhetense,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Achlydosa glandulosa,
Acianthera aculeata,