Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
micranthum
ID:
794221

Status:
valid

Authors:
Z.J.Liu & S.C.Chen

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
J. Wuhan Bot. Res. 22: 500 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000793554



Common Names

  • Cymbidium micranthum
  • Micranthum Cymbidium
  • Cymbidium of Micranthum


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Description

Cymbidium micranthum (also called Small-Flowered Cymbidium, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to the Pacific Islands. It has a smooth, grey bark and its leaves are dark green and glossy. It grows in humid, lowland forests, and can be found in Hawaii, Tahiti, and the Marquesas Islands.

Uses & Benefits

Cymbidium micranthum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cymbidium micranthum is white and tubular, with five petals. The seed is small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cymbidium micranthum is an orchid native to South East Asia. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Divisions should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Water regularly and keep in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Cymbidium micranthum

Cymbidium micranthum can be found in the tropical forests of India.

Cymbidium micranthum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cymbidium micranthum?

Cymbidium micranthum

What is the common name of Cymbidium micranthum?

Small-flowered Cymbidium

What is the natural habitat of Cymbidium micranthum?

Cymbidium micranthum is found in moist forests in China, Japan, and Korea

Species in the Cymbidium genus

Cymbidium gaoligongense, Cymbidium nishiuchianum, Cymbidium teretipetiolatum, Cymbidium micranthum, Cymbidium changningense, Cymbidium concinnum, Cymbidium sichuanicum, Cymbidium nujiangense, Cymbidium oblancifolium, Cymbidium purpuratum, Cymbidium nomachianum, Cymbidium recurvatum, Cymbidium longipes, Cymbidium induratifolium, Cymbidium wadae, Cymbidium acuminatum, Cymbidium aliciae, Cymbidium aloifolium, Cymbidium atropurpureum, Cymbidium ballianum, Cymbidium banaense, Cymbidium baoshanense, Cymbidium bicolor, Cymbidium borneense, Cymbidium canaliculatum, Cymbidium chloranthum, Cymbidium cochleare, Cymbidium crassifolium, Cymbidium cyperifolium, Cymbidium dayanum, Cymbidium defoliatum, Cymbidium devonianum, Cymbidium eburneum, Cymbidium elegans, Cymbidium elongatum, Cymbidium ensifolium, Cymbidium erythraeum, Cymbidium erythrostylum, Cymbidium faberi, Cymbidium finlaysonianum, Cymbidium floribundum, Cymbidium formosanum, Cymbidium gammieanum, Cymbidium glebelandense, Cymbidium goeringii, Cymbidium haematodes, Cymbidium hartinahianum, Cymbidium hillii, Cymbidium hookerianum, Cymbidium insigne,

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-332117: Based on the initial data import
Sing Chi Chen (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.C.Chen' in the authors string.
Zhong Jian Liu (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.J.Liu' in the authors string.