Phaius labiatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
labiatus
ID:
268708
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1920
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 3, 2: 47 (1920)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000268040
Common Names
- Phaius labiatus
- Lipped Phaius
- Lipped Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Phaius labiatus (also called Lipped 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 labiatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Phaius labiatus is a large, showy, white or cream-colored flower with a yellow lip. The seed of Phaius labiatus is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings of Phaius labiatus are small, green, and have a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Phaius labiatus is an evergreen terrestrial orchid that is native to tropical Asia. It is best grown in a well-drained potting mix of equal parts of peat, bark, and perlite. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept moist during the growing season. Propagation is done by division of the clump.
Where to Find Phaius labiatus
Phaius labiatus is native to India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and China.
Phaius labiatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phaius labiatus?
Phaius labiatus
What type of plant is Phaius labiatus?
A terrestrial orchid
Where is Phaius labiatus native to?
China, Vietnam, and Laos
Species in the Phaius genus
Phaius amboinensis, Phaius baconii, Phaius borneensis, Phaius callosus, Phaius columnaris, Phaius cooperi, Phaius corymbioides, Phaius daenikeri, Phaius ecalcaratus, Phaius flavus, Phaius fragilis, Phaius gratus, Phaius hainanensis, Phaius indigoferus, Phaius indochinensis, Phaius labiatus, Phaius longicornu, Phaius luridus, Phaius lyonii, Phaius mannii, Phaius mishmensis, Phaius montanus, Phaius nanus, Phaius occidentalis, Phaius pauciflorus, Phaius philippinensis, Phaius pulchellus, Phaius reflexipetalus, Phaius robertsii, Phaius stenocentron, Phaius subtrilobus, Phaius takeoi, Phaius tankervilleae, Phaius tenuis, Phaius tetragonus, Phaius trichoneurus, Phaius wallichii, Phaius wenshanensis, Phaius tonkinensis, Phaius hekouensis, Phaius grandiflorus,
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-151035: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Jacobus Smith (1867-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Sm.' in the authors string.