Arachnis siamensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
siamensis
ID:
254069
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Schltr.) Tang & F.T.Wang
Source:
wcs
Year:
1951
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 1: 96 (1951)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000253401
Common Names
- Arachnis Siamensis
- Siam Spider Orchid
- Cobra Orchid
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- Armodorum siamense Schltr. [unknown]
Description
Arachnis siamensis (also called Siamese Spider Orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has long, thin stems and grows up to 1 meter in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in open, sunny areas and is often found in disturbed areas such as roadsides and cultivated fields.
Uses & Benefits
Arachnis siamensis is used as an ornamental plant, for its fragrant flowers, and as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Arachnis siamensis flowers are white with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
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Arachnis siamensis is a tropical plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Division should be done in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing.
Where to Find Arachnis siamensis
Arachnis siamensis is native to tropical Asia, from India to China and Indonesia.
Arachnis siamensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arachnis siamensis?
Arachnis siamensis
What are the common names of Arachnis siamensis?
Siam spider orchid, Siam's arachnis
What is the natural habitat of Arachnis siamensis?
Arachnis siamensis is native to Southeast Asia
Species in the Arachnis genus
Arachnis annamensis, Arachnis bella, Arachnis calcarata, Arachnis cathcarthii, Arachnis clarkei, Arachnis flos-aeris, Arachnis grandisepala, Arachnis hookeriana, Arachnis labrosa, Arachnis limax, Arachnis longisepala, Arachnis maingayi, Arachnis siamensis, Arachnis sulingi, Arachnis bouffordii, Arachnis senapatiana, Arachnis seramensis,
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
Tsin Tang (1897-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tang' in the authors string.
Fa Tsuan Wang (1899-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.T.Wang' in the authors string.
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:617025-1: Based on the initial data import