Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
exilis
ID:
281492

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dressler

Source:
wcs

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Anales Inst. Biol. Univ. Nac. Autón. México, Bot. 39: 120 (1968 publ. 1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000280824



Common Names

  • Ponera exilis
  • Exile Ponera
  • Exile Ponera Orchid


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Description

Ponera exilis (also called Slender Ponera, among many other common names) is a species of shrub found in New Guinea, the Bismarck Archipelago, and the Solomon Islands. It is a small, evergreen shrub with slender, oval leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas in lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ponera exilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ponera exilis is a white or yellowish-white, with a yellowish-green center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ponera exilis is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical Asia. It is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The plant should be kept moist, but not wet. It can be propagated through division or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a moist, well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.

Where to Find Ponera exilis

Ponera exilis is found in tropical and subtropical Asia, including India, China, and Japan.

Ponera exilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ponera exilis?

Ponera exilis

How tall does Ponera exilis grow?

Up to 1m tall

What type of soil does Ponera exilis prefer?

Well-drained, humus-rich soil

Species in the Ponera 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,

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