Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
hawkesiana
ID:
490318

Status:
valid

Authors:
(King & Pantl.) C.S.Kumar

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 22: 526 (2002 publ. 2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000489650



Common Names

  • Pecteilis Hawkesiana
  • Hawkes's Pecteilis
  • Hawkesiana Pecteilis


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Synonyms

  • Pecteilis sagarikii Seidenf. [unknown]
  • Platanthera hawkesiana Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Habenaria hawkesiana King & Pantl. [unknown]

Description

Pecteilis hawkesiana (also called Hawkes' Pecteilis, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that is native to Southeast Asia. It grows to a height of 10-20 cm and has small, yellow flowers. It is found in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pecteilis hawkesiana is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including fever, cough, and sore throat. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pecteilis hawkesiana is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and thin, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pecteilis hawkesiana is a perennial herb that can reach up to 1 m in height. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps.

Where to Find Pecteilis hawkesiana

Pecteilis hawkesiana is native to eastern North America. It can be found in the states of Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania.

Pecteilis hawkesiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pecteilis hawkesiana?

Pecteilis hawkesiana

What is the common name of Pecteilis hawkesiana?

Hawkes' Pecteilis

Where is Pecteilis hawkesiana found?

Pecteilis hawkesiana is found in the Philippines

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-257465: Based on the initial data import
George King (1840-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'King' in the authors string.
Robert Pantling (1856-1910): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pantl.' in the authors string.
C.Sathish Kumar (1957-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.S.Kumar' in the authors string.