Status:
valid
Authors:
(J.J.Wood & A.Lamb) R.Rice
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Photo Intro Vandoid Orchid Gen. Asia 162. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001425152
Description
Pennilabium lohokii (also called Lohokii Leaf Flower, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Phyllanthaceae family. It is native to tropical Asia, from India to the Philippines. It is found in open, disturbed habitats, such as roadsides and abandoned fields.
Uses & Benefits
Pennilabium lohokii is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pennilabium lohokii is yellow and has a yellow center. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pennilabium lohokii is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a light soil mix. Once established, it is drought tolerant.
Where to Find Pennilabium lohokii
Pennilabium lohokii can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.
Pennilabium lohokii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pennilabium lohokii?
Pennilabium lohokii
What type of plant is Pennilabium lohokii?
Pennilabium lohokii is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae.
Where is Pennilabium lohokii found?
Pennilabium lohokii is native to Thailand.
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
Rod Rice (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Rice' in the authors string.