Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
habenarioides
ID:
288934

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 7: 214 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000288266



Common Names

  • Habenarioides Pterichis
  • Pterichis Habenarioides
  • Pterichis habenarioides


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Synonyms

  • Pterichis costaricensis Ames & C.Schweinf. [unknown]
  • Goodyera habenarioides F.Lehm. & Kraenzl. [unknown]

Description

Pterichis habenarioides (also called 'Habenaria-like Pterichis', among many other common names) is an evergreen herb native to Central and South America. It grows to a height of 10-30 cm and has small, white flowers. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pterichis habenarioides is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, dysentery, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and as a food source for birds and other wildlife.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pterichis habenarioides var. costaricensis Kolan.
Pterichis habenarioides var. habenarioides

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pterichis habenarioides has white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seed is a small, dark brown nut, and the seedlings have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterichis habenarioides is a small herbaceous plant that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Divisions should be taken from the parent plant and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Pterichis habenarioides

Pterichis habenarioides can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America.

Pterichis habenarioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterichis habenarioides?

Pterichis habenarioides

What is the family of Pterichis habenarioides?

Orchidaceae

Where is Pterichis habenarioides native to?

Peru

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