Holcoglossum phongii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
phongii
ID:
1332567
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Aver.) Aver. & O.Gruss
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Orchidee, Taxon. Mitt. 2(1): 6. 2016
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345021
Common Names
- Holcoglossum Phongii
- Phong's Holcoglossum
- Phong's Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Holcoglossum phongii (also called 'Phong's Holcoglossum', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Vietnam. It is a medium-sized evergreen orchid with leathery, lance-shaped leaves that grow up to 40 cm long. It prefers moist, shady habitats such as woodlands, forests, and shady rock crevices.
Uses & Benefits
Holcoglossum phongii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal teas and as an ingredient in perfumes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Holcoglossum phongii has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have two long, narrow, green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Holcoglossum phongii is an epiphytic orchid that is native to New Guinea. It can be propagated by division of the rhizome or by seed. The rhizome should be divided in the spring or early summer and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained, humus-rich soil. The seed should be sown on a well-drained, humus-rich soil and kept moist. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are established.
Where to Find Holcoglossum phongii
Holcoglossum phongii can be found in Vietnam.
Holcoglossum phongii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Holcoglossum phongii?
Holcoglossum phongii
What is the family of Holcoglossum phongii?
Orchidaceae
Where is Holcoglossum phongii native to?
Vietnam
Species in the Holcoglossum genus
Holcoglossum omeiense, Holcoglossum tsii, Holcoglossum weixiense, Holcoglossum auriculatum, Holcoglossum nujiangense, Holcoglossum calcicola, Holcoglossum linearifolium, Holcoglossum amesianum, Holcoglossum flavescens, Holcoglossum himalaicum, Holcoglossum kimballianum, Holcoglossum lingulatum, Holcoglossum quasipinifolium, Holcoglossum rupestre, Holcoglossum sinicum, Holcoglossum subulifolium, Holcoglossum wangii, Holcoglossum singchianum, Holcoglossum pumilum, Holcoglossum phongii, Holcoglossum gaoligongense, Holcoglossum semiteretifolium,
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
Leonid Averyanov (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aver.' in the authors string.
Olaf Rainer Gruss (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Gruss' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77153636-1: Based on the initial data import