Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
navicularis
ID:
270856

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 3, 10: 159 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270188



Common Names

  • Phreatia navicularis
  • Boat-shaped Phreatia
  • Phreatia Orchid


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Description

Phreatia navicularis (also called Navicular 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 red spots. It is found in areas of high humidity and is often found growing in mossy rocks and tree trunks.

Uses & Benefits

Phreatia navicularis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a potted plant in homes. It is also used as an ingredient in traditional medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phreatia navicularis has a white flower with a hood-like spathe. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phreatia navicularis 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 navicularis

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

Phreatia navicularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phreatia elongata?

Phreatia elongata

What type of plant is Phreatia elongata?

Orchid

Where is Phreatia elongata native to?

Indonesia

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,

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