Status:
valid
Authors:
S.C.Chen & Y.B.Luo
Source:
wcs
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 40: 174 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000482879
Common Names
- Pachystoma nutans
- Nodding Pachystoma
- Nodding's Pachystoma
Description
Pachystoma nutans (also called Nodding Pachystoma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Gesneriaceae family. It is native to the Eastern Ghats of India, where it grows in moist and shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Pachystoma nutans is used in ornamental gardens and as a cut flower.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pachystoma nutans has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pachystoma nutans is a perennial plant that is propagated by division in spring or autumn. It is best grown in a moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. It is tolerant of dry conditions once established.
Where to Find Pachystoma nutans
Pachystoma nutans can be found in the tropical forests of South East Asia.
Pachystoma nutans FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pachystoma nutans?
Pachystoma nutans
What type of plant is Pachystoma nutans?
Perennial
Where is Pachystoma nutans found?
Central and South America
Species in the Pachystoma 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
Yi Bo Luo (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.B.Luo' in the authors string.