Phaius wenshanensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wenshanensis
ID:
268800
Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Y.Liu
Source:
wcs
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Yunnan. 13: 372 (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000268132
Common Names
- Phaius wenshanensis
- Wenshan Phaius
- Wenshan Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Phaius wenshanensis (also called Wenshan Orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia. It has a short stem with a few leaves and a single flower. It grows in humid forests, grasslands, and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Phaius wenshanensis 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 wenshanensis is white with yellow markings and has a sweet fragrance. The seed is small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are small and green with a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Phaius wenshanensis 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 wenshanensis
Phaius wenshanensis is native to China.
Phaius wenshanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phaius wenshanensis?
Phaius wenshanensis
What is the natural habitat of Phaius wenshanensis?
It is native to China and Taiwan.
What is the flower color of Phaius wenshanensis?
The flowers are usually white or yellowish-white in color.
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-151122: Based on the initial data import
Fang Yuan Liu (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Y.Liu' in the authors string.