Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
albiflora
ID:
277012

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.J.Cribb & C.Z.Tang

Source:
wcs

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. 184: 117 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000276344



Common Names

  • Pleione albiflora
  • Albiflora Pleione
  • Albiflora's Pleione


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Description

Pleione albiflora (also called Pleione albiflora, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in the Himalayas, from India to Bhutan. It is a terrestrial plant with a single, oblong, fleshy leaf and a single, white, fragrant flower. It grows in open grasslands and meadows, and is found at elevations of 2,000 to 3,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Pleione albiflora is used in traditional Chinese medicine and is known to have anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pleione albiflora is white and bell-shaped. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and fragile.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleione albiflora is a terrestrial orchid that is native to the tropical rainforest of Borneo. It is an epiphytic orchid, meaning it grows on trees or other plants. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a potting mix that is well-draining and contains a high amount of organic matter. The plant should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly. Propagation is done by division or by seed.

Where to Find Pleione albiflora

Pleione albiflora is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, including Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia.

Pleione albiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleione albiflora?

Pleione albiflora

What is the common name of Pleione albiflora?

Albiflora Pleione

What is the family of Pleione albiflora?

Orchidaceae

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-158997: Based on the initial data import
Phillip James Cribb (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Cribb' in the authors string.
Chen Zi Tang (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Z.Tang' in the authors string.