Aphyllorchis exilis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
exilis
ID:
244167
Status:
valid
Authors:
Schltr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1921
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 17: 366 (1921)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000243499
Common Names
- Aphyllorchis exilis
- Exile Aphyllorchis
- Exile Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aphyllorchis exilis (also called Exiled Aphyllorchis, 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 exilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in rock gardens. It has a pleasant aroma and is used in perfumes and cosmetics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aphyllorchis exilis is a small yellow flower with four petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aphyllorchis exilis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained seedling mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or summer for best results.
Where to Find Aphyllorchis exilis
Aphyllorchis exilis can be found in Australia.
Aphyllorchis exilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aphyllorchis exilis?
Aphyllorchis exilis
What is the common name of Aphyllorchis exilis?
Exile Aphyllorchis
What is the natural habitat of Aphyllorchis exilis?
It is found in dry grasslands and scrubland in the Mediterranean region.
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-12744: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.