Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
thrixspermoides
ID:
853046

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr.) Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23: 166 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000852381



Common Names

  • Thrixspermoides Chroniochilus
  • Chroniochilus Thrixspermoides
  • Thrixspermoides Chroniochilus Tree


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Description

Chroniochilus thrixspermoides (also called Thrixspermoides Chroniochilus, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has long, narrow leaves and a tall, slender stem. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests and jungles.

Uses & Benefits

Chroniochilus thrixspermoides is used as an ornamental plant, for its edible fruit, and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chroniochilus thrixspermoides has a small, yellow flower with awns that are 1-2 cm long. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chroniochilus thrixspermoides is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. The cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a potting mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm location until they have rooted. Once rooted, the plants can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Chroniochilus thrixspermoides

Chroniochilus thrixspermoides is native to Australia and can be found in the wild in the Northern Territory and Queensland.

Chroniochilus thrixspermoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chroniochilus thrixspermoides?

Chroniochilus thrixspermoides

What is the common name of Chroniochilus thrixspermoides?

Thrixspermoides Chroniochilus

What is the natural habitat of Chroniochilus thrixspermoides?

It is native to tropical rainforests in Central and South America.

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-39801: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.