Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
nanus
ID:
268736

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 6: 192 (1890)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000268068



Common Names

  • Phaius nanus
  • Nano Phaius
  • Nano Orchid


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Description

Phaius nanus (also called Dwarf 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 nanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower for bouquets. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phaius nanus is a terrestrial orchid that is native to tropical Asia. It is best grown in a well-drained, humus-rich soil in a partially shaded position. Propagate by division or by seed. It can also be propagated by tissue culture.

Where to Find Phaius nanus

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

Phaius nanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phaius nanus?

Phaius nanus

What type of plant is Phaius nanus?

A terrestrial orchid

Where is Phaius nanus native to?

India, Nepal, and Bangladesh

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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