Aphyllorchis angustipetala - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
angustipetala
ID:
244067
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 3, 9: 442 (1928)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000243399
Common Names
- Aphyllorchis angustipetala
- Angustipetala Orchid
- Narrow-petaled Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aphyllorchis angustipetala (also called Angled Leaf Orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species found in New Guinea, the Solomon Islands, and Queensland. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, and has a single, long, thin, curved leaf that is usually greenish-brown in color. The inflorescence is a single flower that is white or greenish-white in color.
Uses & Benefits
Aphyllorchis angustipetala is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and for its essential oils.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aphyllorchis angustipetala has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aphyllorchis angustipetala can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Division should be done in spring and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil. Once established, the plants should be kept in a sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Aphyllorchis angustipetala
Aphyllorchis angustipetala is native to the Mediterranean region.
Aphyllorchis angustipetala FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aphyllorchis angustipetala?
Aphyllorchis angustipetala
What is the common name of Aphyllorchis angustipetala?
Narrow-petalled Aphyllorchis
What is the natural habitat of Aphyllorchis angustipetala?
It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in moist and shady areas
Species in the Aphyllorchis genus
Aphyllorchis acuminata, Aphyllorchis alpina, Aphyllorchis angustipetala, Aphyllorchis anomala, Aphyllorchis arfakensis, Aphyllorchis caudata, Aphyllorchis elata, Aphyllorchis evrardii, Aphyllorchis exilis, Aphyllorchis gollanii, Aphyllorchis halconensis, Aphyllorchis kemulensis, Aphyllorchis montana, Aphyllorchis pallida, Aphyllorchis queenslandica, Aphyllorchis siantanensis, Aphyllorchis simplex, Aphyllorchis spiculaea, Aphyllorchis striata, Aphyllorchis sumatrana,
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-12735: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Jacobus Smith (1867-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Sm.' in the authors string.