Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
ophiocephala
ID:
1321211

Status:
valid

Authors:
(W.W.Sm.) Ormerod

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Taiwania 57: 122 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333665





Searching for Pecteilis ophiocephala? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Pecteilis ophiocephala (also called the Snake-headed Pecteilis, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant with white flowers and lanceolate leaves native to eastern Asia. It is found in forests, woodlands, and other shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pecteilis ophiocephala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pecteilis ophiocephala has white flowers with yellow centers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves that are light green in color.

Searching for Pecteilis ophiocephala? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Pecteilis ophiocephala is an epiphytic orchid that is native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by seed or by division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It can tolerate a wide range of soil types, but prefers a slightly acidic soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -15°C. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Pecteilis ophiocephala

Pecteilis ophiocephala is native to China, India, Japan, and Taiwan.

Pecteilis ophiocephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pecteilis ophiocephala?

Pecteilis ophiocephala

What is the common name of Pecteilis ophiocephala?

Snakehead Pecteilis

What is the natural habitat of Pecteilis ophiocephala?

Tropical and subtropical wetlands

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

William Wright Smith (1875-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.W.Sm.' in the authors string.
Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.