Status:
valid
Authors:
Suddee, Promm. & Watthana
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Thai Forest Bull., Bot. 42: 100 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342112
Common Names
- Porpax thaithongiae
- Thai Thong Porpax
- Thai Thong's Porpax
Description
Porpax thaithongiae (also called Thaithongiae, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen shrub native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It typically grows in humid, tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Porpax thaithongiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, wounds, and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Porpax thaithongiae has small, yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2mm. The flowers are borne in panicles. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Porpax thaithongiae is a perennial herb native to Thailand. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept at a temperature of around 20-25°C. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The plant should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Porpax thaithongiae
Porpax thaithongiae is native to Thailand.
Porpax thaithongiae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Porpax thaithongiae?
Porpax thaithongiae
What is the common name of Porpax thaithongiae?
Porpax
What type of plant is Porpax thaithongiae?
Herb
Species in the Porpax genus
Porpax borneensis,
Porpax elwesii,
Porpax fibuliformis,
Porpax gigantea,
Porpax grandiflora,
Porpax jerdoniana,
Porpax lanii,
Porpax meirax,
Porpax parishii,
Porpax reticulata,
Porpax scaposa,
Porpax ustulata,
Porpax seidenfadenii,
Porpax thaithongiae,
Porpax verrucosa,
Porpax williamsonii,
Porpax viridis,
Porpax pusilla,
Porpax spirodela,
Porpax sikkimensis,
Porpax repens,
Porpax peperomioides,
Porpax oligantha,
Porpax nyassana,
Porpax nana,
Porpax muscicola,
Porpax summerhayesiana,
Porpax moniliformis,
Porpax cupuligera,
Porpax conica,
Porpax compacta,
Porpax elaidium,
Porpax bulbophylloides,
Porpax exilis,
Porpax atrorubra,
Porpax articulata,
Porpax angustifolia,
Porpax albiflora,
Porpax christopheri,
Porpax macrantha,
Porpax leedalii,
Porpax lasiorhiza,
Porpax lacei,
Porpax dickasonii,
Porpax microchilos,
Porpax kalkhof-roseae,
Porpax heiligenthalii,
Porpax filiformis,
Porpax extinctoria,
Porpax karikouyensis,
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
Santi Watthana: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Watthana' in the authors string.