Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
cambodiana
ID:
622645

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gagnep.) Aver.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Prelim. list Vietnam. Orchids 2: 118 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000621977

Common Names

  • Cambodian Pecteilis
  • Cambodian Orchid
  • Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Parhabenaria cambodiana Gagnep. [unknown]

Description

Pecteilis cambodiana (also called Cambodian Pecteilis, among many other common names) is a perennial herb, usually growing up to 1 m in height. It is native to Southeast Asia. It is found in tropical moist forests and tropical wet forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pecteilis cambodiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in bonsai and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pecteilis cambodiana is a small, yellow-green flower that grows in clusters. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pecteilis cambodiana is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Himalayas and is found in India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. Propagation is usually done by cuttings, but seeds can also be used. It is best to take cuttings in the spring or summer and keep them in a warm, shaded area until they are established.

Where to Find Pecteilis cambodiana

Pecteilis cambodiana can be found in Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Pecteilis cambodiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pecteilis cambodiana?

Pecteilis cambodiana

What type of plant is Pecteilis cambodiana?

It is an orchid

Where is Pecteilis cambodiana native to?

It is native to Cambodia

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-273837: Based on the initial data import
François Gagnepain (1866-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gagnep.' in the authors string.
Leonid Averyanov (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aver.' in the authors string.