Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
micrantha
ID:
270835

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Rich.) Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 3: 212 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270167



Common Names

  • Phreatia micrantha
  • Small-flowered Phreatia
  • Phreatia Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Oberonia micrantha A.Rich. [unknown]
  • Oberonia papuana F.M.Bailey [unknown]
  • Phreatia clivicola W.Kittr. [unknown]
  • Phreatia collina Schltr. [illegitimate]
  • Phreatia graeffei Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Phreatia louisiadum Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Phreatia macrophylla Schltr. [unknown]
  • Phreatia macrophylloides Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Phreatia moluccana J.J.Sm. [unknown]
  • Phreatia richardiana Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Phreatia robusta R.S.Rogers [unknown]
  • Phreatia samoensis Schltr. [unknown]
  • Phreatia sarcothece Schltr. [unknown]
  • Rhynchophreatia micrantha (A.Rich.) N.Hallé [unknown]
  • Thelasis samoensis Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Rhipidorchis micrantha (A.Rich.) D.L.Jones & M.A.Clem. [unknown]
  • Eria richardiana Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Eria sphaerocarpa Rchb.f. [unknown]

Description

Phreatia micrantha (also called Dwarf Phreatia, among many other common names) is a small, terrestrial orchid species found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. It has a single, linear leaf and a single, white flower with yellow spots. It is found in areas of high humidity and is often found growing in mossy rocks and tree trunks.

Uses & Benefits

Phreatia micrantha is a species of flowering plant in the Phreatiaceae family. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: White with yellow center, Seed: Small, black, Seedlings: Oval-shaped leaves, reddish stem

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phreatia micrantha is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical Asia. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained, humus-rich soil and partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized monthly during the growing season. It can be propagated by division in the spring or summer.

Where to Find Phreatia micrantha

Phreatia micrantha is native to the Philippines. It can be found in moist, shady forests and woodlands.

Phreatia micrantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phreatia micrantha?

Phreatia micrantha

What is the natural habitat of Phreatia micrantha?

Forests of Thailand, Malaysia, and Sumatra

What is the flowering season of Phreatia micrantha?

June to August

Species in the Phreatia genus

Phreatia acuminata, Phreatia albiflora, Phreatia alpina, Phreatia altigena, Phreatia amabilis, Phreatia amesii, Phreatia angustifolia, Phreatia aristulifera, Phreatia asciiformis, Phreatia beiningiana, Phreatia bicallosa, Phreatia bicostata, Phreatia bigibbosa, Phreatia bigibbula, Phreatia bismarckiensis, Phreatia brachyphylla, Phreatia brachyphyton, Phreatia brachystachys, Phreatia bracteata, Phreatia brevicaulis, Phreatia brevis, Phreatia breviscapa, Phreatia bulbophylloides, Phreatia caespitosa, Phreatia canaliculata, Phreatia carolinensis, Phreatia caudata, Phreatia caudiflora, Phreatia caulescens, Phreatia chionantha, Phreatia cladophylax, Phreatia coelonychia, Phreatia collina, Phreatia concinna, Phreatia constricta, Phreatia crassifolia, Phreatia crassiuscula, Phreatia crinonioides, Phreatia cryptostigma, Phreatia cucullata, Phreatia cylindrostachya, Phreatia deltoides, Phreatia dendrochiloides, Phreatia dendrophylax, Phreatia densiflora, Phreatia densispica, Phreatia densissima, Phreatia dischorensis, Phreatia djamuensis, Phreatia dulcis,

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-153045: Based on the initial data import
Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.