Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook.f.) Tang & F.T.Wang
Source:
wcs
Year:
1951
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 1: 94 (1951)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000243553
Common Names
- Micropera mannii
- Mann's Micropera
- Mann's Orchid
Synonyms
- Sarcochilus mannii Hook.f. [unknown]
- Thrixspermum mannii Kuntze [unknown]
- Camarotis mannii King & Pantl. [unknown]
- Camarotis obliquirostris Parish ex King & Pantl. [unknown]
Description
Micropera mannii (also called Mann's Micropera, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It has small, white flowers and is native to Southeast Asia. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Micropera mannii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping. It is also used as a source of nectar for bees and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Micropera mannii is yellow and has a white center. The seed is small and round with a black and white striped pattern. The seedlings are green and have a thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Micropera mannii can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained seedling mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or summer for best results.
Where to Find Micropera mannii
Micropera mannii is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, including China, India, and Thailand.
Micropera mannii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Micropera mannii?
Micropera mannii
What is the natural habitat of Micropera mannii?
It is native to the Canary Islands
What is the flower color of Micropera mannii?
The flowers are white
Species in the Micropera genus
Micropera callosa,
Micropera cochinchinensis,
Micropera costulata,
Micropera draco,
Micropera fasciculata,
Micropera fuscolutea,
Micropera loheri,
Micropera mannii,
Micropera obtusa,
Micropera pallida,
Micropera philippinensis,
Micropera poilanei,
Micropera proboscidea,
Micropera rostratum,
Micropera secunda,
Micropera sterrophylla,
Micropera thailandica,
Micropera uncinata,
Micropera utriculosa,
Micropera sheryliae,
Micropera edanoi,
Micropera tibetica,
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,