Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
confusum
ID:
267416

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ames) Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23: 189 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000266748

Common Names

  • Confused Pennilabium
  • Confused Star Orchid
  • Confused-Flower Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Saccolabium confusum Ames [unknown]

Description

Pennilabium confusum (also called Confused 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 confusum 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 confusum is a yellow-green color, 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Pennilabium confusum 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 confusum

Pennilabium confusum is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Himalayas. It can be found in moist, shaded forests and along stream banks.

Pennilabium confusum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pennilabium confusum?

Pennilabium confusum

What type of plant is Pennilabium confusum?

It is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae.

Where is Pennilabium confusum found?

It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America.

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-149771: Based on the initial data import
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.