Paphinia seegeri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
seegeri
ID:
264547
Status:
valid
Authors:
G.Gerlach
Source:
wcs
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Orchidee (Hamburg) 40: 20 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000263879
Common Names
- Paphinia seegeri
- Seegeri Paphinia
- Seeger's Paphinia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Paphinia seegeri (also called Seeger's Paphinia, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to Central and South America. It is characterized by its large, waxy leaves and long, thin stems. It typically grows in wet, tropical forests, often near streams and rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Paphinia seegeri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, stomach pain, and skin diseases.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Paphinia seegeri var. seegeriPaphinia seegeri var. semialba G.Gerlach
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Paphinia seegeri 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Paphinia seegeri is a terrestrial orchid native to Central and South America. It is hardy in USDA zones 10-11. It prefers moist, humus-rich soil in partial shade. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes in spring or early summer. The divisions should be planted in the same conditions as the parent plant.
Where to Find Paphinia seegeri
Paphinia seegeri is native to India and can be found in the states of Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.
Paphinia seegeri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Paphinia seegeri?
Paphinia seegeri
What is the common name of Paphinia seegeri?
Seeger's Paphinia
What is the natural habitat of Paphinia seegeri?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Paphinia genus
Paphinia benzingii, Paphinia cristata, Paphinia dunstervillei, Paphinia grandiflora, Paphinia herrerae, Paphinia hirtzii, Paphinia levyae, Paphinia lindeniana, Paphinia litensis, Paphinia neudeckeri, Paphinia posadarum, Paphinia rugosa, Paphinia seegeri, Paphinia subclausa, Paphinia zamorae, Paphinia vermiculifera,
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-146966: Based on the initial data import
Günter Gerlach (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Gerlach' in the authors string.