Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
daenikeri
ID:
268662

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kraenzl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Vierteljahrsschr. Naturf. Ges. Zürich 74: 76 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000267994



Common Names

  • Phaius Daenikeri
  • Daeniker's Phaius
  • Daeniker's Wreath


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Description

Phaius daenikeri (also called Daeniker's swamp orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to Southeast Asia. It has an upright, robust habit with large, glossy, dark green leaves. It grows in wet, shady habitats, usually in lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Phaius daenikeri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phaius daenikeri is a large, showy, white or cream-colored flower with a yellow lip. The seed of Phaius daenikeri is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings of Phaius daenikeri are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phaius daenikeri is a tropical shrub native to Central and South America. It is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 4 feet tall and wide. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and lightly covered with soil. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Phaius daenikeri

Phaius daenikeri is native to India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and China.

Phaius daenikeri FAQ

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Orchidaceae

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,

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