Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
semiorbicularis
ID:
270931

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Bull. Dép. Agric. Indes Néerl. 39: 19 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270263



Common Names

  • Phreatia semiorbicularis
  • Semiorbicularis Orchid
  • Tailed Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Octarrhena semiorbicularis (J.J.Sm.) P.F.Hunt [unknown]

Description

Phreatia semiorbicularis (also called 'Semi-orbicular Phreatia', among many other common names) is a small, terrestrial orchid species with a single, short, erect stem. It is native to the islands of Java, Bali and Lombok in Indonesia, and grows in open grasslands and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Phreatia semiorbicularis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, colds, and headaches.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Phreatia semiorbicularis var. semiorbicularis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phreatia semiorbicularis is white and has a yellow center. The seed is small and round with a black outer coating. The seedlings are small and have a white stem and green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phreatia semiorbicularis is a terrestrial orchid native to the Philippines. It prefers a warm, humid climate and can be grown in a pot or in the ground. Propagation is by division of the rhizomes or by seed. The seeds should be sown on a medium of two parts sphagnum moss and one part perlite, and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Phreatia semiorbicularis

Phreatia semiorbicularis can be found in the tropical rainforests of New Guinea and the Solomon Islands.

Phreatia semiorbicularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phreatia semiorbicularis?

Phreatia semiorbicularis

What is the family of Phreatia semiorbicularis?

Orchidaceae

What is the natural habitat of Phreatia semiorbicularis?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

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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