Epiblastus merrillii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
merrillii
ID:
949913
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.O.Williams
Source:
wcs
Year:
1940
Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci. 71: 113 (1940)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000949251
Common Names
- Merrill's Epiblastus
- Merrill's Epidendrum
- Merrill's Orchid
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Epiblastus merrillii (also called Merrill's epiblastus, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is found in the Philippines and is a perennial herb with ovate-lanceolate leaves and white flowers. It grows in wet, mossy, and montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Epiblastus merrillii 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
The flower of Epiblastus merrillii is a white spathe with a yellow spadix. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, pointed leaves with a waxy coating.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Epiblastus merrillii can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It is best to water the plant regularly and keep the soil moist. Fertilize the plant once a month with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Epiblastus merrillii
Epiblastus merrillii is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines.
Species in the Epiblastus genus
Epiblastus accretus, Epiblastus acuminatus, Epiblastus auriculatus, Epiblastus basalis, Epiblastus buruensis, Epiblastus chimbuensis, Epiblastus cuneatus, Epiblastus kerigomnensis, Epiblastus lancipetalus, Epiblastus masarangicus, Epiblastus merrillii, Epiblastus montihageni, Epiblastus neohibernicus, Epiblastus ornithidioides, Epiblastus pteroglotta, Epiblastus pulchellus, Epiblastus pullei, Epiblastus schultzei, Epiblastus sciadanthus, Epiblastus torricellensis, Epiblastus tuberculatus, Epiblastus unguiculatus,
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-67594: Based on the initial data import
Louis Otho Williams (1908-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.O.Williams' in the authors string.