Status:
valid
Authors:
(Barb.Rodr.) Toscano
Source:
wcs
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 16(3): 211 (2001).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000272949
Common Names
- Phymatidium microphyllum
- Tiny-Leafed Phymatidium
- Microphyllum Phymatidium
Synonyms
- Ornithocephalus microphyllus Barb.Rodr. [unknown]
Description
Phymatidium microphyllum (also called Microphyll Phymatidium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is native to Central America and can be found in tropical rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Phymatidium microphyllum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Phymatidium microphyllum var. herteri (Schltr.) Toscano
Phymatidium microphyllum var. microphyllum
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Phymatidium microphyllum is a white or pinkish-white color and is tubular in shape. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and thin with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phymatidium microphyllum is a hardy perennial that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the rhizomes. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination. Division of the rhizomes should be done in spring or early summer. The rhizomes should be divided into sections and replanted in a well-drained potting mix. The plants should be kept moist and in a shady location until established.
Where to Find Phymatidium microphyllum
Phymatidium microphyllum is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.
Phymatidium microphyllum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phymatidium microphyllum?
Phymatidium microphyllum
What is the common name of Phymatidium microphyllum?
Microphyll Phymatidium
What is the family of Phymatidium microphyllum?
Acanthaceae
Species in the Phymatidium genus
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,