Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
apiculata
ID:
264462

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1854

Citation Micro:
Fol. Orchid. 5: 2 (1854)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000263794



Common Names

  • Apiculate Panisea
  • Apiculate Arenga Palm
  • Apiculate Sugar Palm


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Synonyms

  • Chelonistele apiculata Pfitzer [unknown]
  • Coelogyne apiculata Rchb.f. [unknown]

Description

Panisea apiculata (also called Apiculate Panisea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China, India, and Nepal. It is found in moist meadows, grasslands, and along roadsides. It has an erect stem with white flowers and long, narrow leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Panisea apiculata is used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating fever, headache, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Panisea apiculata is small and white, with a single pistil and six stamens. The seed is a small, black, ovoid shape. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Panisea apiculata is a perennial herb that prefers a sunny position in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by division of the rhizomes in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Panisea apiculata

Panisea apiculata is native to South America. It is found in moist, tropical forests, and is often cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Panisea apiculata FAQ

What is the growth rate of Panisea apiculata?

Panisea apiculata is a slow-growing plant.

What is the optimal temperature for Panisea apiculata?

The optimal temperature for Panisea apiculata is between 65-75°F.

What is the ideal soil for Panisea apiculata?

Panisea apiculata prefers well-drained, acidic soil with a pH of 5.5-6.5.

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-146875: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.