Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
schunkiana
ID:
262590

Status:
valid

Authors:
V.P.Castro

Source:
wcs

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Orquidário 7: 14 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000261922



Common Names

  • Pabstia schunkiana
  • Schunkiana Pabstia
  • Pabstia


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Description

Pabstia schunkiana (also called Schunk's Pabstia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to Brazil and Paraguay. It is found in lowland and montane rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Pabstia schunkiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pabstia schunkiana is a white or yellowish-white, cup-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pabstia schunkiana is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. Prune regularly to maintain a compact shape and to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Pabstia schunkiana

Pabstia schunkiana can be found in the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Pabstia schunkiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pabstia schunkiana?

Pabstia schunkiana

What is the common name of Pabstia schunkiana?

Schunk's Pabstia

What is the natural habitat of Pabstia schunkiana?

Dry forests and scrublands

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-145091: Based on the initial data import
Vitorino Paiva Castro (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.P.Castro' in the authors string.