Status:
valid
Authors:
Aver., Ormerod & Duy
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 266: 290 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346060
Common Names
- Phong's Bidoupia
- Bidoupia phongii
- Phong's Bidoupia
Description
Bidoupia phongii (also called 'Phong's Bidoupia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Vietnam, and is found in wet, shady habitats. It has bright green, ovate leaves and produces clusters of white, pink and purple flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Bidoupia phongii is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bidoupia phongii has small white flowers with yellowish green sepals and petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bidoupia phongii can be propagated by division of the rhizomes. It prefers a moist, humus-rich soil in partial shade. It is best grown in an area with high humidity and temperatures between 10-25°C. It is important to keep the soil moist, but not wet, and to avoid direct sunlight.
Where to Find Bidoupia phongii
Bidoupia phongii is native to Vietnam and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Bidoupia phongii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bidoupia phongii?
Bidoupia phongii
What is the common name of Bidoupia phongii?
Phong's Bidoupia
What is the natural habitat of Bidoupia phongii?
Tropical forests
Species in the Bidoupia 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
Nong Van Duy: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Duy' in the authors string.