Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
angulata
ID:
279631

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
Mitt. Inst. Allg. Bot. Hamburg 7: 38 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000278963



Common Names

  • Plocoglottis angulata
  • Angulata Plocoglottis
  • Plocoglottis Angulata


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Description

Plocoglottis angulata (also called Angled Plocoglottis, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has a climbing habit and small, white flowers. Its leaves are simple, opposite, and lanceolate. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Plocoglottis angulata is used as an ornamental plant, and its fruits are edible and can be used to make jams and jellies. Its leaves can be used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Plocoglottis angulata has yellow flowers with white anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Plocoglottis angulata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with indirect sunlight.

Where to Find Plocoglottis angulata

Plocoglottis angulata can be found in Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Vietnam, and the Philippines.

Plocoglottis angulata FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Plocoglottis angulata?

Plocoglottis angulata is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

What is the size of Plocoglottis angulata?

Plocoglottis angulata is a small tree, usually growing up to 8 meters in height.

What are the flowers of Plocoglottis angulata like?

The flowers of Plocoglottis angulata are white and have five petals.

Species in the Plocoglottis genus

Plocoglottis angulata, Plocoglottis bicallosa, Plocoglottis bicomata, Plocoglottis bokorensis, Plocoglottis borneensis, Plocoglottis confertiflora, Plocoglottis copelandii, Plocoglottis dilatata, Plocoglottis gigantea, Plocoglottis hirta, Plocoglottis janowskii, Plocoglottis javanica, Plocoglottis kaniensis, Plocoglottis lacuum, Plocoglottis lancifolia, Plocoglottis latifrons, Plocoglottis lobulata, Plocoglottis loheriana, Plocoglottis longicuspis, Plocoglottis lowii, Plocoglottis lucbanensis, Plocoglottis mamberamensis, Plocoglottis mindorensis, Plocoglottis moluccana, Plocoglottis neohibernica, Plocoglottis parviflora, Plocoglottis parviflora, Plocoglottis pseudomoluccana, Plocoglottis quadrifolia, Plocoglottis sakiensis, Plocoglottis seranica, Plocoglottis sororia, Plocoglottis sphingoides, Plocoglottis striata, Plocoglottis torana, Plocoglottis torricellensis, Plocoglottis plicata,

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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