Status:
valid
Authors:
(W.W.Sm.) Seidenf.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1994
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 14: 297 (1994)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000839840
Common Names
- Chamaegastrodia inverta
- Inverta Chamaegastrodia
- Inverta Palm
- Inverta Chamaegastrodia Palm
Description
Chamaegastrodia inverta (also called Inverted chamaegastrodia, among many other common names) is a small, shrubby palm with a single, slender trunk. It is native to New Guinea and is found in rainforest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Chamaegastrodia inverta is a popular houseplant and is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also known for its air purifying properties, as it can absorb pollutants such as formaldehyde, benzene, and trichloroethylene from the air.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Chamaegastrodia inverta is a small, yellowish-white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chamaegastrodia inverta is an evergreen perennial orchid native to China, Japan, and Korea. It prefers partial shade and well-draining, humus-rich soil. Propagate by division in spring or by seed in spring or summer.
Where to Find Chamaegastrodia inverta
Chamaegastrodia inverta is native to tropical Asia, including India, China, and Japan. It can be found in moist, shady areas, such as forests and woodlands.
Chamaegastrodia inverta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chamaegastrodia inverta?
Chamaegastrodia inverta
What is the common name of Chamaegastrodia inverta?
Inverted Chamaegastrodia
What is the natural habitat of Chamaegastrodia inverta?
It is found in tropical and subtropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines
Species in the Chamaegastrodia 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,