Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
panguiensis
ID:
1330904

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.McDaniel, J.Portilla & G.Merino

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Orchids (West Palm Beach) 84: 503 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343358



Common Names

  • Porroglossum panguiensis
  • Panguiensis Porroglossum
  • Panguiensis Orchid


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Description

Porroglossum panguiensis (also called Pangui porroglossum, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid native to China. It has a short stem with a single leaf and a terminal inflorescence. It grows in moist grasslands and open forests.

Uses & Benefits

Porroglossum panguiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Porroglossum panguiensis has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems and narrow, grass-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Porroglossum panguiensis is a terrestrial orchid that can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or summer and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix. The plant should be grown in partial shade and watered regularly.

Where to Find Porroglossum panguiensis

Porroglossum panguiensis is native to the Yunnan province of China and can be found growing in moist, shady forests.

Porroglossum panguiensis FAQ

What type of soil does Porroglossum panguiensis prefer?

Porroglossum panguiensis prefers moist, well-drained soils.

What type of light does Porroglossum panguiensis prefer?

Porroglossum panguiensis prefers full sun to partial shade.

How can I propagate Porroglossum panguiensis?

Porroglossum panguiensis can be propagated by division or seed.

Species in the Porroglossum genus

Porroglossum actrix, Porroglossum agile, Porroglossum amethystinum, Porroglossum andreettae, Porroglossum aureum, Porroglossum condylosepalum, Porroglossum dactylum, Porroglossum dalstroemii, Porroglossum dreisei, Porroglossum echidna, Porroglossum eduardi, Porroglossum hirtzii, Porroglossum hoeijeri, Porroglossum hystrix, Porroglossum jesupiae, Porroglossum josei, Porroglossum lycinum, Porroglossum meridionale, Porroglossum mordax, Porroglossum muscosum, Porroglossum nutibara, Porroglossum olivaceum, Porroglossum peruvianum, Porroglossum portillae, Porroglossum procul, Porroglossum rodrigoi, Porroglossum schramii, Porroglossum sergii, Porroglossum taylorianum, Porroglossum teaguei, Porroglossum teretilabia, Porroglossum tokachii, Porroglossum tripollex, Porroglossum uxorium, Porroglossum lorenae, Porroglossum marniae, Porroglossum parsonsii, Porroglossum sijmii, Porroglossum merinoi, Porroglossum porphyreum, Porroglossum miguelangelii, Porroglossum oversteegenianum, Porroglossum gerritsenianum, Porroglossum adrianae, Porroglossum apoloae, Porroglossum dejonghei, Porroglossum ecuagenerense, Porroglossum myosurotum, Porroglossum acrobat, Porroglossum sororcula,

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

José Portilla (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Portilla' in the authors string.
Gilberto Merino: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Merino' in the authors string.
James McDaniel: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.McDaniel' in the authors string.