Aphyllorchis kemulensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kemulensis
ID:
244217
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1931
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 3, 11: 84 (1931)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000243549
Common Names
- Aphyllorchis kemulensis
- Kemul Aphyllorchis
- Kemul Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aphyllorchis kemulensis (also called Kemul Aphyllorchis, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It has small, white flowers and is native to Southeast Asia. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Aphyllorchis kemulensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping. It is also used as a source of nectar for bees and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aphyllorchis kemulensis has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aphyllorchis kemulensis 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 kemulensis
Aphyllorchis kemulensis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, including China, India, and Thailand.
Aphyllorchis kemulensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aphyllorchis kemulensis?
Aphyllorchis kemulensis
What is the common name of Aphyllorchis kemulensis?
Kemulen's Aphyllorchis
What is the natural habitat of Aphyllorchis kemulensis?
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-12749: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Jacobus Smith (1867-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Sm.' in the authors string.