Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pusilla
ID:
254321

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.M.Bailey) Dockrill

Source:
wcs

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Austral. Indig. Orchids 1: 332 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000253653

Common Names

  • Octarrhena Pusilla
  • Pusilla Octarrhena
  • Small Octarrhena

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Synonyms

  • Oberonia pusilla F.M.Bailey [unknown]
  • Phreatia baileyana Schltr. [unknown]
  • Phreatia pusilla Rolfe [illegitimate]
  • Octarrhena pusilla (F.M.Bailey) M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones [unknown]

Description

Octarrhena pusilla (also called 'Small-flowered Octarrhena', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to the Himalayas and South China. It grows in forests and grasslands at elevations of 800–3,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Octarrhena pusilla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Octarrhena pusilla is a small white or pinkish-white flower with a short tube and five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Octarrhena pusilla is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in partial shade, but can tolerate full sun. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained potting mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained potting mix. Once established, it is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Octarrhena pusilla

Octarrhena pusilla can be found in the mountains of New Guinea.

Octarrhena pusilla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Octarrhena pusilla?

Octarrhena pusilla

What is the common name of Octarrhena pusilla?

Dwarf Octarrhena

What is the natural habitat of Octarrhena pusilla?

Tropical and subtropical regions

Species in the Octarrhena genus

Octarrhena amesiana, Octarrhena angraecoides, Octarrhena aristata, Octarrhena bilabrata, Octarrhena calceiformis, Octarrhena celebica, Octarrhena cordata, Octarrhena cucullifera, Octarrhena cupulilabra, Octarrhena cylindrica, Octarrhena cymbiformis, Octarrhena elmeri, Octarrhena ensifolia, Octarrhena exigua, Octarrhena filiformis, Octarrhena firmula, Octarrhena gemmifera, Octarrhena gibbosa, Octarrhena goliathensis, Octarrhena hastipetala, Octarrhena lorentzii, Octarrhena macgregorii, Octarrhena miniata, Octarrhena oberonioides, Octarrhena obovata, Octarrhena parvula, Octarrhena platyrachis, Octarrhena purpurei-ocellata, Octarrhena pusilla, Octarrhena saccolabioides, Octarrhena salmonea, Octarrhena tenuis, Octarrhena torricellensis, Octarrhena trigona, Octarrhena umbellulata, Octarrhena vanvuurenii, Octarrhena vitellina, Octarrhena wariana, Octarrhena angustifolia, Octarrhena angustissima, Octarrhena aporoides, Octarrhena brassii, Octarrhena falcifolia, Octarrhena gracilis, Octarrhena latipetala, Octarrhena podochiloides, Octarrhena reflexa, Octarrhena spathulata, Octarrhena uniflora, Octarrhena mendumiana,

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-137216: Based on the initial data import
Frederick Manson Bailey (1827-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.M.Bailey' in the authors string.
Alick William Dockrill (1915-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dockrill' in the authors string.