Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
sawadanus
ID:
949886

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Maekawa) Ohwi

Source:
wcs

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Fl. Jap. : 375 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000949224



Common Names

  • Ephippianthus sawadanus
  • Sawadanus Ephippianthus
  • Sawadanus Ephippianthus Plant


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Description

Ephippianthus sawadanus (also called Ephippianthus, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Asia. It has long, thin leaves and grows in humid, tropical environments. It is native to Japan, Korea, and Russia.

Uses & Benefits

Ephippianthus sawadanus is a tropical plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to tolerate shade. It is also used as a groundcover in shady areas and can help to reduce erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, white flowers with yellow centres. Seeds: Small, black, and round. Seedlings: Oval-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ephippianthus sawadanus is a species of plant in the Euphorbiaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and Cambodia. It is a small tree or shrub that grows up to 6 meters tall. The leaves are simple and alternate, and the flowers are small and yellow. The fruit is a capsule containing three seeds. It is propagated by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Ephippianthus sawadanus

Ephippianthus sawadanus is native to Japan.

Species in the Ephippianthus 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-67564: Based on the initial data import
Jisaburo Ohwi (1905-1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ohwi' in the authors string.