Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
reflexa
ID:
252634

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
wcs

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Bijdr. Fl. Ned. Ind. : 301 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000251966



Common Names

  • Appendicula reflexa
  • Reflex Appendicula
  • Appendicula Reflexa


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Synonyms

  • Podochilus reflexus Schltr. [unknown]
  • Podochilus vieillardii Schltr. [unknown]

Description

Appendicula reflexa (also called 'Reflexed Appendicula', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It grows in a variety of habitats, from lowland forests to mountain slopes, and can reach up to 3 meters in height.

Uses & Benefits

Appendicula reflexa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for birds and other wildlife. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Appendicula reflexa var. cycloglossa (Schltr.) Schltr.
Appendicula reflexa var. neopommeranica (Schltr.) Schltr.
Appendicula reflexa var. reflexa
Appendicula reflexa var. kotoensis (Hayata) T.P.Lin

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Appendicula reflexa is white or pale pink, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Appendicula reflexa is a shrub native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, bright location and watered regularly. Once the seedlings are established, they can be transplanted into their permanent location.

Where to Find Appendicula reflexa

Appendicula reflexa can be found in Australia, in the Northern Territory, Queensland, and Western Australia.

Appendicula reflexa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Appendicula reflexa?

Appendicula reflexa

What is the natural habitat of Appendicula reflexa?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

What is the flower color of Appendicula reflexa?

White

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,

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