Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
phreatioides
ID:
270882

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.J.Sm.) L.O.Williams

Source:
wcs

Year:
1946

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 12: 170 (1946)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270214



Common Names

  • Phreatia phreatioides
  • Phreatioides Orchid
  • Tailed Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Phreatia digulana Schltr. [illegitimate]
  • Rhynchophreatia phreatioides Schltr. [unknown]
  • Thelasis phreatioides J.J.Sm. [unknown]

Description

Phreatia phreatioides (also called 'Tiny Phreatia', among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous perennial plant native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It grows in moist, shady habitats, typically in low-lying areas such as near streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Phreatia phreatioides 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

The flower of Phreatia phreatioides is a white or yellowish-white, tubular flower with a three-lobed lip. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phreatia phreatioides 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 phreatioides

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

Phreatia phreatioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phreatia phreatioides?

Phreatia phreatioides

What is the common name of Phreatia phreatioides?

Phreatioides

What is the natural habitat of Phreatia phreatioides?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-153090: Based on the initial data import
Louis Otho Williams (1908-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.O.Williams' in the authors string.
Johannes Jacobus Smith (1867-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Sm.' in the authors string.