Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
striata
ID:
279683

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1910

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000279015



Common Names

  • Striata Plocoglottis
  • Plocoglottis Striata
  • Striata Plocoglottis


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Synonyms

  • Plocoglottis micrantha Fedde [illegitimate]

Description

Plocoglottis striata (also called Striped Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in New Guinea. It is a small to medium-sized epiphyte with a stem up to 40 cm long. It has linear, leathery leaves that are up to 15 cm long. The flowers are yellowish-green and have a labellum that is white with purple spots.

Uses & Benefits

Plocoglottis striata is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, white, fragrant flowers with a yellow center. Seed: Small, black, and round. Seedlings: Thin, green stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Plocoglottis striata can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun.

Where to Find Plocoglottis striata

Plocoglottis striata is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Plocoglottis striata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Plocoglottis striata?

Plocoglottis striata

What is the natural habitat of Plocoglottis striata?

It is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.

What are the common names of Plocoglottis striata?

It is commonly known as the Striped Orchid or the Striped Orchid Lily.

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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