Pennilabium proboscideum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
proboscideum
ID:
267421
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.S.Rao & J.Joseph
Source:
wcs
Year:
1969
Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Surv. India 10: 231 (1969)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000266753
Common Names
- Proboscideum Pennilabium
- Proboscideum Star Orchid
- Proboscideum-Flower Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pennilabium proboscideum (also called Proboscis 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 proboscideum is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, pain, and inflammation. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pennilabium proboscideum has white, star-shaped flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are slender with long, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pennilabium proboscideum 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 proboscideum
Pennilabium proboscideum is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Himalayas. It can be found in moist, shaded forests and along stream banks.
Pennilabium proboscideum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pennilabium proboscideum?
Pennilabium proboscideum
What type of plant is Pennilabium proboscideum?
It is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae.
Where is Pennilabium proboscideum 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-149776: Based on the initial data import
J. Joseph (1928-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Joseph' in the authors string.
Aragula Sathyanarayana Rao (1924-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.S.Rao' in the authors string.