Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
appressus
ID:
262595

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1835

Citation Micro:
Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. : 301 (1835)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000261927



Common Names

  • Pachites appressus
  • Appressus Pachites
  • Pachites


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Description

Pachites appressus (also called Appressed Pachites, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pachites appressus 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 Pachites appressus 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

Pachites appressus is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings or division.

Where to Find Pachites appressus

Pachites appressus can be found in the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Pachites appressus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pachites appressus?

Pachites appressus

What is the common name of Pachites appressus?

Appressed Pachites

What is the natural habitat of Pachites appressus?

Dry forests and scrublands

Species in the Pachites genus

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-145098: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.