Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
micrantha
ID:
307648

Status:
valid

Authors:
Reinw. ex Blume

Source:
wcs

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Bijdr. Fl. Ned. Ind. : 362 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000306980



Common Names

  • Schoenorchis micrantha
  • Micrantha
  • Schoenorchis


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Synonyms

  • Ascocentrum micranthum (Lindl.) Holttum [unknown]
  • Saccolabium chionanthum Lindl. [unknown]
  • Saccolabium perpusillum Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Saccolabium plebeium J.J.Sm. [unknown]
  • Schoenorchis densiflora Schltr. [unknown]
  • Schoenorchis densiflora abbreviata Schltr. [unknown]
  • Schoenorchis plebeja (J.J.Sm.) J.J.Sm. [unknown]
  • Gastrochilus chionanthus Kuntze [unknown]
  • Gastrochilus perpusillus Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Schoenorchis micrantha (also called 'Small-flowered Orchid', among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to Southeast Asia. It has an erect stem with an inflorescence of up to 10 flowers. The flowers are white or yellowish-green and have a spur-like lip. This species grows in moist, shady forests and is often found near streams.

Uses & Benefits

Schoenorchis micrantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal teas and to treat various ailments such as headaches, fever, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Schoenorchis micrantha has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black with a hard outer shell. The seedlings have small, bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schoenorchis micrantha is an evergreen, terrestrial orchid that grows up to 1 m (3 ft) tall. It is suitable for growing in tropical and subtropical climates. Propagation is by division of the rhizome. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Schoenorchis micrantha

Schoenorchis micrantha can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Schoenorchis micrantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schoenorchis micrantha?

Schoenorchis micrantha

What is the common name of Schoenorchis micrantha?

Small-flowered Schoenorchis

Where is Schoenorchis micrantha native to?

Philippines

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-188271: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.
Caspar Georg Carl Reinwardt (1773-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reinw.' in the authors string.