Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
densus
ID:
268075

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) Santapau & Kapadia

Source:
wcs

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
J. Bombay Nat. Hist. Soc. 57: 128 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000267407



Common Names

  • Dense Peristylus
  • Dense Jewel Orchid
  • Dense Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Peristylus flagellifer (Makino) Ohwi [unknown]
  • Peristylus neglectus Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Peristylus satsumanus Ohwi [unknown]
  • Peristylus stenostachyus Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Peristylus xanthochlorus Blatt. & McCann [unknown]
  • Platanthera stenostachya Lindl. [unknown]
  • Coeloglossum cernuum Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Coeloglossum densum Lindl. [unknown]
  • Coeloglossum peristyloides Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Coeloglossum tenue Lindl. [unknown]
  • Habenaria stenostachya buchneroides (Schltr.) Soó [unknown]
  • Peristylus peristyloides M.R.Almeida [unknown]
  • Glossula passerina Gagnep. [unknown]
  • Gymnadenia tenuis Lindl. [unknown]
  • Habenaria atramentaria Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Habenaria buchneroides Schltr. [unknown]
  • Habenaria dankiaensis Gagnep. [unknown]
  • Habenaria evrardii Gagnep. [unknown]
  • Habenaria flagellifera Makino [unknown]
  • Habenaria hiugensis Ohwi [unknown]
  • Habenaria neglecta King & Pantl. [unknown]
  • Habenaria passerina (Gagnep.) Tang & F.T.Wang [unknown]
  • Habenaria peristyloides Wight [illegitimate]
  • Habenaria satsumana Ohwi [unknown]
  • Habenaria stenostachya (Lindl.) Benth. [unknown]
  • Coeloglossum flagelliferum Maxim. ex Makino [unknown]

Description

Peristylus densus (also called Densus Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has a single, leathery leaf and a tall, branching inflorescence with up to 40 fragrant, white flowers. It is found in humid forests and grasslands at elevations of up to 2,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Peristylus densus is used for its ornamental value in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Peristylus densus are small and white in color. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peristylus densus is a terrestrial orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is propagated by seed or division and prefers a well-drained, slightly acidic soil. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and requires regular watering. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Peristylus densus

Peristylus densus is native to the tropical forests of South America, particularly in Brazil and Peru.

Peristylus densus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Peristylus densus?

Peristylus densus

What is the natural habitat of Peristylus densus?

Peristylus densus is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

What is the flowering period of Peristylus densus?

The flowering period of Peristylus densus is from April to August.

Species in the Peristylus genus

Peristylus affinis, Peristylus aliformis, Peristylus aristatus, Peristylus banfieldii, Peristylus bismarckiensis, Peristylus brachypyhllus, Peristylus brevicalcar, Peristylus brevilobus, Peristylus calcaratus, Peristylus carolinensis, Peristylus chapaensis, Peristylus ciliatus, Peristylus ciliolatus, Peristylus citrinus, Peristylus commersonianus, Peristylus constrictus, Peristylus cubitalis, Peristylus cymbochilus, Peristylus densus, Peristylus djampangensis, Peristylus elbertii, Peristylus formosanus, Peristylus gardneri, Peristylus goodyeroides, Peristylus gracilis, Peristylus grandis, Peristylus hallieri, Peristylus hamiltonianus, Peristylus hatusimanus, Peristylus hollandiae, Peristylus holochila, Peristylus holttumianus, Peristylus holttumii, Peristylus iyoensis, Peristylus jinchuanicus, Peristylus kerrii, Peristylus kinabaluensis, Peristylus korinchensis, Peristylus kumaonensis, Peristylus lacertifer, Peristylus lancifolius, Peristylus latilobus, Peristylus lawii, Peristylus listeroides, Peristylus lombokensis, Peristylus macer, Peristylus maculifer, Peristylus maingayi, Peristylus minimiflorus, Peristylus monticola,

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-150424: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Hermenegild Santapau (1903-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Santapau' in the authors string.
Zarir Jamasji Kapadia (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kapadia' in the authors string.