Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
graminifolia
ID:
282676

Status:
valid

Authors:
(D.Don) Hochr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Bull. New York Bot. Gard. 6: 270 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000282008



Common Names

  • Bamboo orchid
  • Giant bamboo orchid
  • Reed-stem bamboo orchid


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Synonyms

  • Limodorum graminifolium Ham. ex Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Ophrys arundinacea Noronha [unknown]
  • Arundina bambusifolia Lindl. [illegitimate]
  • Arundina chinensis Blume [unknown]
  • Arundina chinensis major S.Y.Hu [unknown]
  • Arundina densa Lindl. [unknown]
  • Arundina densiflora Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Arundina graminifolia chinensis (Blume) S.S.Ying [unknown]
  • Arundina maculata J.J.Sm. [unknown]
  • Arundina meyenii Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Arundina philippii Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Arundina pulchella Teijsm. & Binn. [unknown]
  • Arundina pulchra Miq. [unknown]
  • Arundina sanderiana Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Arundina speciosa Blume [unknown]
  • Arundina speciosa sarasinorum Schltr. [unknown]
  • Bletia graminifolia D.Don [unknown]
  • Arundina graminifolia revoluta (Hook.f.) A.L.Lamb [unknown]
  • Cymbidium bambusifolium Roxb. [unknown]
  • Cymbidium meyenii Schauer [unknown]
  • Cymbidium speciosum Reinw. ex Lindl. [unknown]

Description

Arundina graminifolia (also called Bamboo Orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas. It has long, thin, green leaves and grows in moist, well-drained soils in shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Arundina graminifolia is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Arundina graminifolia sub. caespitosa (Aver.) H.A.Pedersen & Schuit.
Arundina graminifolia sub. graminifolia

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Arundina graminifolia are white, bell-shaped and fragrant. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arundina graminifolia is a tropical tree native to Central and South America. It is a slow-growing species that can reach up to 15 meters in height. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seeds, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are about 10 cm in height.

Where to Find Arundina graminifolia

Arundina graminifolia is native to Southeast Asia, from India to Indonesia and the Philippines.

Arundina graminifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arundina graminifolia?

Arundina graminifolia

What is the common name of Arundina graminifolia?

Bamboo Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Arundina graminifolia?

Tropical rainforests of Asia and Australia

Species in the Arundina genus

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-16436: Based on the initial data import
David Don (1799-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Don' in the authors string.
Bénédict Pierre Georges Hochreutiner (1873-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hochr.' in the authors string.