Status:
valid
Authors:
Rolfe
Source:
wcs
Year:
1891
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1891: 200 (1891)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000295527
Common Names
- Renanthera imschootiana
- Imschootiana Orchid
- Cup Orchid
Synonyms
- Renanthera papilio King & Prain [unknown]
Description
Renanthera imschootiana (also called 'Imschoot's 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 imschootiana 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 imschootiana is yellow and tubular. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Renanthera imschootiana 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 imschootiana is drought-tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 25°F (-4°C).
Where to Find Renanthera imschootiana
Renanthera imschootiana is native to the Philippines.
Renanthera imschootiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Renanthera imschootiana?
Renanthera imschootiana
What is the family of Renanthera imschootiana?
Orchidaceae
What is the origin of Renanthera imschootiana?
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,