Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
thailandica
ID:
304464

Status:
valid

Authors:
Seidenf.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 95: 127 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000303796



Common Names

  • Sarcoglyphis thailandica
  • Thailandica Sarcoglyphis
  • Thailandica


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Description

Sarcoglyphis thailandica (also called 'Thai Mangrove', among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It has a dense, conical crown, and its bark is gray-brown and smooth. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as mangrove forests.

Uses & Benefits

Sarcoglyphis thailandica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sarcoglyphis thailandica is yellow, with a white center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sarcoglyphis thailandica is a terrestrial orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is usually found growing in the understory of tropical rainforests. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division is the easiest method, as the plant can be divided into several smaller plants and then replanted. Seeds should be sown on a well-draining, sterile medium and kept moist. The seedlings should be grown in a bright, warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Sarcoglyphis thailandica

Sarcoglyphis thailandica is native to India, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Sarcoglyphis thailandica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sarcoglyphis thailandica?

Sarcoglyphis thailandica

What is the common name of Sarcoglyphis thailandica?

Thai Sarcoglyphis

What is the natural habitat of Sarcoglyphis thailandica?

Tropical rainforests of Thailand

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,

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