Schoenorchis paniculata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paniculata
ID:
307655
Status:
valid
Authors:
Blume
Source:
wcs
Year:
1825
Citation Micro:
Bijdr. Fl. Ned. Ind. : 362 (1825)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000306987
Common Names
- Schoenorchis paniculata
- Paniculata
- Schoenorchis
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- Saccolabium ramulosum Lindl. [unknown]
- Gastrochilus paniculatus (Wight) Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Schoenorchis paniculata (also called 'Panicled 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 paniculata 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 paniculata has small, yellow 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Schoenorchis paniculata 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 paniculata
Schoenorchis paniculata can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Schoenorchis paniculata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Schoenorchis paniculata?
Schoenorchis paniculata
What is the common name of Schoenorchis paniculata?
Panicled Schoenorchis
Where is Schoenorchis paniculata native to?
Philippines
Species in the Schoenorchis genus
Schoenorchis aurea, Schoenorchis brevirachis, Schoenorchis buddlejiflora, Schoenorchis endertii, Schoenorchis fragrans, Schoenorchis gemmata, Schoenorchis jerdoniana, Schoenorchis juncifolia, Schoenorchis manilaliana, Schoenorchis micrantha, Schoenorchis minutiflora, Schoenorchis nivea, Schoenorchis pachyacris, Schoenorchis pachyglossa, Schoenorchis paniculata, Schoenorchis sarcophylla, Schoenorchis secundiflora, Schoenorchis seidenfadenii, Schoenorchis subulata, Schoenorchis sumatrana, Schoenorchis tixieri, Schoenorchis tortifolia, Schoenorchis vanoverberghii, Schoenorchis scolopendria, Schoenorchis smeeana, Schoenorchis hangianae,
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-188278: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.