Status:
valid
Authors:
Schltr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1914
Citation Micro:
Orchis 8: 114 (1914)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000295524
Common Names
- Renanthera hennisiana
- Hennisiana Orchid
- Cup Orchid
Description
Renanthera hennisiana (also called 'Hennis' Renanthera', among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to tropical Asia, and is found in the rainforests of India and Southeast Asia. It grows in moist, shady habitats, and produces small, yellow-green flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Renanthera hennisiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and malaria.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Renanthera hennisiana is yellow and tubular. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Renanthera hennisiana is a slow-growing palm that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed, which should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, Renanthera hennisiana is drought-tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 25°F (-4°C).
Where to Find Renanthera hennisiana
Renanthera hennisiana is native to the Philippines.
Renanthera hennisiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Renanthera hennisiana?
Renanthera hennisiana
What is the family of Renanthera hennisiana?
Orchidaceae
What is the origin of Renanthera hennisiana?
India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam
Species in the Renanthera genus
Renanthera annamensis,
Renanthera auyongii,
Renanthera bella,
Renanthera citrina,
Renanthera coccinea,
Renanthera elongata,
Renanthera hennisiana,
Renanthera histrionica,
Renanthera imschootiana,
Renanthera isosepala,
Renanthera matutina,
Renanthera moluccana,
Renanthera monachica,
Renanthera philippinensis,
Renanthera pulchella,
Renanthera storiei,
Renanthera breviflora,
Renanthera chanii,
Renanthera vietnamensis,
Renanthera caloptera,
Renanthera porphyrodesme,
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,