Phreatia vanuatensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vanuatensis
ID:
491557
Status:
valid
Authors:
T.Yukawa
Source:
wcs
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 54: 105 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000490889
Common Names
- Phreatia vanuatensis
- Vanuatu Phreatia
- Vanuatu Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Phreatia vanuatensis (also called Vanuatu Phreatia, among many other common names) is a small, perennial orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has small, oval leaves with a bright green color and white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Phreatia vanuatensis is a species of orchid native to the islands of Vanuatu. It has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever and malaria, and is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Phreatia vanuatensis are small and white. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like structure.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Phreatia vanuatensis is an epiphytic orchid native to Vanuatu. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seed should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Division should be done when the plant is actively growing and the roots are healthy. The divisions should be potted in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until they have established.
Where to Find Phreatia vanuatensis
Phreatia vanuatensis is native to Vanuatu.
Phreatia vanuatensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phreatia vanuatensis?
Phreatia vanuatensis
What is the natural habitat of Phreatia vanuatensis?
It is native to Vanuatu.
What is the best way to care for Phreatia vanuatensis?
Phreatia vanuatensis should be planted in well-draining soil and kept in partial shade. Water regularly and fertilize in the spring.
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-257834: Based on the initial data import
Tomohisa Yukawa: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Yukawa' in the authors string.