Pennilabium aurantiacum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aurantiacum
ID:
267415
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1914
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 2, 13: 47 (1914)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000266747
Common Names
- Orange Pennilabium
- Orange Star Orchid
- Orange-Flower Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pennilabium aurantiacum (also called Orange Pennilabium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia. It grows in open, disturbed habitats, such as roadsides, pastures, and disturbed forests.
Uses & Benefits
Pennilabium aurantiacum is used as an ornamental plant, for landscaping, and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pennilabium aurantiacum is a white to pale yellow, with a yellow center, and a sweet scent. The seed is a small, black, oblong shape. The seedlings are small and thin, with a light green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pennilabium aurantiacum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, actively growing plants and planted in a well-drained medium. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, bright location until they have rooted.
Where to Find Pennilabium aurantiacum
Pennilabium aurantiacum is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Himalayas. It can be found in moist, shaded forests and along stream banks.
Pennilabium aurantiacum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pennilabium aurantiacum?
Pennilabium aurantiacum
What type of plant is Pennilabium aurantiacum?
It is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae.
Where is Pennilabium aurantiacum found?
It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America.
Species in the Pennilabium genus
Pennilabium acuminatum, Pennilabium angraecoides, Pennilabium angraecum, Pennilabium aurantiacum, Pennilabium confusum, Pennilabium lampongense, Pennilabium longicaule, Pennilabium luzonense, Pennilabium proboscideum, Pennilabium struthio, Pennilabium yunnanense, Pennilabium naja, Pennilabium armanii, Pennilabium kidmancoxii, Pennilabium poringense, Pennilabium hewittii, Pennilabium labanyaeanum, Pennilabium lohokii,
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-149770: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Jacobus Smith (1867-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Sm.' in the authors string.