Arthrochilus prolixus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
prolixus
ID:
277470
Status:
valid
Authors:
D.L.Jones
Source:
wcs
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Austral. Orchid Res. 2: 10 (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000276802
Common Names
- Prolix Arthrochilus
- Arthrochilus Prolixus
- Prolix Arthrochilus Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Arthrochilus prolixus (also called Prolix Arthrochilus, among many other common names) is a small terrestrial orchid with a creeping rhizome and short stems. It is native to Australia and New Zealand, and is found growing in wet montane forests. The plant has small, ovate leaves and produces small, white flowers with a yellow lip.
Uses & Benefits
Arthrochilus prolixus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Arthrochilus prolixus is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Arthrochilus prolixus is a small terrestrial orchid species native to Australia. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It prefers a well-draining potting mix that is kept moist but not soggy. Propagation is best done through division of the mature plant or through seed germination.
Where to Find Arthrochilus prolixus
Arthrochilus prolixus is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Arthrochilus prolixus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arthrochilus prolixus?
Arthrochilus prolixus
What are the common names of Arthrochilus prolixus?
No common names
What is the natural habitat of Arthrochilus prolixus?
It is found in the rainforests of Queensland, Australia
Species in the Arthrochilus genus
Arthrochilus byrnesii, Arthrochilus dockrillii, Arthrochilus huntianus, Arthrochilus irritabilis, Arthrochilus latipes, Arthrochilus oreophilus, Arthrochilus prolixus, Arthrochilus rosulatus, Arthrochilus sabulosus, Arthrochilus stenophyllus, Arthrochilus apectus, Arthrochilus aquilus, Arthrochilus corinnae, Arthrochilus lavarackianus, Arthrochilus laevicallus,
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-15944: Based on the initial data import
David Lloyd Jones (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.L.Jones' in the authors string.