Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
difformis
ID:
1326464

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wall. ex Lindl.) Kocyan & Schuit.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 161: 67 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338918



Common Names

  • Phalaenopsis difformis
  • Difform Phalaenopsis
  • Difform Phalaenopsis Orchid


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Description

Phalaenopsis difformis (also called difform phalaenopsis, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that has a stem that grows up to 30cm tall. It is native to India, China, and Japan and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Phalaenopsis difformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, containers, and rock gardens. It is also used to attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Phalaenopsis difformis var. kinabaluensis (J.J.Wood, A.L.Lamb & Shim) Kocyan & Schuit.
Phalaenopsis difformis var. difformis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phalaenopsis difformis is white, with a yellow lip, and has a pleasant scent. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phalaenopsis difformis is a species of orchid that is native to China. It can be cultivated in warm, humid climates with bright, indirect light. Propagation is done through division of the plant or by seed. The plant should be kept moist but not wet, and fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Phalaenopsis difformis

Phalaenopsis difformis can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, from India to Indonesia.

Phalaenopsis difformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phalaenopsis difformis?

Phalaenopsis difformis

What is the common name of Phalaenopsis difformis?

Difform Phalaenopsis

What is the habitat of Phalaenopsis difformis?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, such as rainforests and woodlands

Species in the Phalaenopsis genus

Phalaenopsis amabilis, Phalaenopsis amboinensis, Phalaenopsis amphitrite, Phalaenopsis aphrodite, Phalaenopsis appendiculata, Phalaenopsis bastianii, Phalaenopsis bellina, Phalaenopsis buyssoniana, Phalaenopsis celebensis, Phalaenopsis chibae, Phalaenopsis cochlearis, Phalaenopsis corningiana, Phalaenopsis cornu-cervi, Phalaenopsis deliciosa, Phalaenopsis doweryensis, Phalaenopsis equestris, Phalaenopsis fasciata, Phalaenopsis fimbriata, Phalaenopsis floresensis, Phalaenopsis fuscata, Phalaenopsis gersenii, Phalaenopsis gibbosa, Phalaenopsis gigantea, Phalaenopsis hieroglyphica, Phalaenopsis honghenensis, Phalaenopsis inscriptiosinensis, Phalaenopsis intermedia, Phalaenopsis javanica, Phalaenopsis kunstleri, Phalaenopsis leucorrhoda, Phalaenopsis lindenii, Phalaenopsis lobbii, Phalaenopsis lowii, Phalaenopsis lueddemanniana, Phalaenopsis luteola, Phalaenopsis maculata, Phalaenopsis mannii, Phalaenopsis mariae, Phalaenopsis micholitzii, Phalaenopsis modesta, Phalaenopsis mysorensis, Phalaenopsis pallens, Phalaenopsis pantherina, Phalaenopsis parishii, Phalaenopsis philippinensis, Phalaenopsis pulcherrima, Phalaenopsis pulchra, Phalaenopsis reichenbachiana, Phalaenopsis robinsonii, Phalaenopsis rolfeana,

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

Nathaniel Wolff Wallich (1786-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wall.' in the authors string.
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
André Schuiteman (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schuit.' in the authors string.
Alexander Kocyan (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kocyan' in the authors string.