Miltonia phymatochila - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
phymatochila
ID:
472956
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lindl.) N.H.Williams & M.W.Chase
Source:
wcs
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 16: 284 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000472288
Common Names
- Phymatochila Miltonia
- Miltonia phymatochila
- Phymatochila Miltonia Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Oncidium phymatochilum Lindl. [unknown]
- Phymatochilum brasiliense Christenson [unknown]
Description
Miltonia phymatochila (also called Phymatochila Miltonia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has alternate, oblong-lanceolate leaves and small white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Miltonia phymatochila is an ornamental plant used for landscaping and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomachaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Miltonia phymatochila are small, white and bell-shaped, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single, thin, upright stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Miltonia phymatochila is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of climates.
Where to Find Miltonia phymatochila
Miltonia phymatochila can be found in Australia, New Zealand, and New Caledonia.
Miltonia phymatochila FAQ
What is the scientific name of Miltonia phymatochila?
Miltonia phymatochila
What type of plant is Miltonia phymatochila?
Orchid
What is the natural habitat of Miltonia phymatochila?
Tropical rainforest
Species in the Miltonia genus
Miltonia binotii, Miltonia bluntii, Miltonia candida, Miltonia clowesii, Miltonia cogniauxiae, Miltonia cuneata, Miltonia cyrtochiloides, Miltonia flava, Miltonia flavescens, Miltonia kayasimae, Miltonia lamarckeana, Miltonia moreliana, Miltonia peetersiana, Miltonia regnellii, Miltonia rosina, Miltonia russelliana, Miltonia spectabilis, Miltonia phymatochila, Miltonia altairiana, Miltonia leucoglossa, Miltonia peetersiana,
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-254497: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Norris H. Williams (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.H.Williams' in the authors string.
Mark W. Chase (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.W.Chase' in the authors string.