Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
juncifolia
ID:
281498

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1831

Citation Micro:
Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. : 114 (1831)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000280830



Common Names

  • Ponera juncifolia
  • Rush-Leaved Ponera
  • Rush-Leaved Ponera Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Pseudoponera tenuissima (Wendl. & Kraenzl.) Brieger [unknown]
  • Hexisea tenuissima H.Wendl. & Kraenzl. [unknown]

Description

Ponera juncifolia (also called Rush-Leaved 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 rush-like, oval leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas in lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ponera juncifolia 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 juncifolia is a yellowish-green, 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 juncifolia 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 juncifolia

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

Ponera juncifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ponera juncifolia?

Ponera juncifolia

How tall does Ponera juncifolia grow?

Up to 1.5m tall

What type of soil does Ponera juncifolia 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-163234: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.