Appendicula perplexa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
perplexa
ID:
252454
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ames
Source:
wcs
Year:
1914
Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 8: 415 (1913 publ. 1914)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000251786
Common Names
- Appendicula perplexa
- Perplexed Appendicula
- Confused Appendicula
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- Podochilus perplexus Ames [unknown]
Description
Appendicula perplexa (also called Perplexing Appendicula, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant native to South America. It has small, linear leaves and white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Appendicula perplexa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Appendicula perplexa is white and bell-shaped, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are short and slender, with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Appendicula perplexa is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of around 25°C (77°F). Once the seedlings have developed a few sets of leaves, they can be transplanted into individual pots.
Where to Find Appendicula perplexa
Appendicula perplexa is found in tropical Asia, including India, China, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Thailand.
Appendicula perplexa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Appendicula perplexa?
Appendicula perplexa
What type of plant is Appendicula perplexa?
It is an epiphytic orchid
Where is Appendicula perplexa native to?
It is native to India and Sri Lanka
Species in the Appendicula genus
Appendicula aberrans, Appendicula adnata, Appendicula alba, Appendicula anceps, Appendicula anemophila, Appendicula angustifolia, Appendicula annamensis, Appendicula anomala, Appendicula babiensis, Appendicula baliensis, Appendicula biloba, Appendicula bilobulata, Appendicula biumbonata, Appendicula bracteata, Appendicula bracteosa, Appendicula brevimentum, Appendicula buxifolia, Appendicula calcarata, Appendicula calcicola, Appendicula callifera, Appendicula carinifera, Appendicula carnosa, Appendicula celebica, Appendicula chalmersiana, Appendicula clemensiae, Appendicula collina, Appendicula concava, Appendicula congenera, Appendicula congesta, Appendicula cornuta, Appendicula crispa, Appendicula cristata, Appendicula crotalina, Appendicula cuneata, Appendicula dajakorum, Appendicula damusensis, Appendicula dendrobioides, Appendicula densifolia, Appendicula disticha, Appendicula djamuensis, Appendicula effusa, Appendicula elegans, Appendicula elmeri, Appendicula fallax, Appendicula fasciculata, Appendicula fenixii, Appendicula flaccida, Appendicula floribunda, Appendicula foliosa, Appendicula fractiflexa,
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-13540: Based on the initial data import
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.