Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
cristata
ID:
264527

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. 29(Misc.): 14 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000263859



Common Names

  • Paphinia cristata
  • Cristata Paphinia
  • Crested Paphinia


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Synonyms

  • Lycaste cristata G.Nicholson [unknown]
  • Lycaste randii (L.Linden & Rodigas) G.Nicholson [unknown]
  • Maxillaria cristata Lindl. [unknown]
  • Paphinia clausula Dressler [unknown]
  • Paphinia cristata modiglianiana Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Paphinia randii L.Linden & Rodigas [unknown]
  • Paphinia cristata modiglianiana (Rchb.f.) O.Gruss [unknown]

Description

Paphinia cristata (also called Crested Paphinia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It is found in moist meadows, grasslands, and along roadsides. It has an erect stem with white flowers and long, narrow leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Paphinia cristata 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 Paphinia cristata is white with a yellow center and has five petals. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paphinia cristata 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 Paphinia cristata

Paphinia cristata is native to India and can be found in the states of Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.

Paphinia cristata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paphinia cristata?

Paphinia cristata

What is the common name of Paphinia cristata?

Crested Paphinia

What is the natural habitat of Paphinia cristata?

Tropical rainforests

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-146946: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.