Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
oreophylax
ID:
270865

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1878

Citation Micro:
Otia Bot. Hamburg. : 55 (1878)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270197



Common Names

  • Phreatia oreophylax
  • Mountain Phreatia
  • Mountain Leaf Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Pinalia oreophyllax Kuntze [unknown]
  • Eria oreophylax Rchb.f. [unknown]

Description

Phreatia oreophylax (also called Oreophylax 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 purple spots. It is found in areas of high humidity and is often found growing in mossy rocks and tree trunks.

Uses & Benefits

Phreatia oreophylax 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 oreophylax 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 oreophylax is a terrestrial orchid that grows in tropical and subtropical climates. It is best grown in a well-draining soil mix that is kept moist but not soggy. It prefers partial shade and can be propagated by division or by seed.

Where to Find Phreatia oreophylax

Phreatia oreophylax is native to the tropical rainforests of New Guinea.

Phreatia oreophylax FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phreatia oreophylax?

Phreatia oreophylax

What is the common name of Phreatia oreophylax?

Oreophylax

What is the natural habitat of Phreatia oreophylax?

It is found in tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia

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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