Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
smeeana
ID:
1326234

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) Jalal, Jayanthi & Schuit.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 69(2)-9508: 4 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338688



Common Names

  • Smee's Schoenorchis
  • Schoenorchis smeeana
  • Smee's Orchid


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Description

Schoenorchis smeeana (also called Smee's Schoenorchis, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Central America. It has a slender stem and grows up to 15 cm tall. Its leaves are oblong and its flowers are white. It is found in humid tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Schoenorchis smeeana is a popular ornamental plant and is often used as a decorative element in gardens. It is also used to purify the air and reduce the amount of toxins in the environment.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Schoenorchis smeeana is white with a yellow lip. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schoenorchis smeeana is a terrestrial orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. Propagation is done through division of the rhizome. The plant should be divided in the spring and replanted in a well-draining potting medium.

Where to Find Schoenorchis smeeana

Schoenorchis smeeana is native to Thailand and can be found in the provinces of Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, and Mae Hong Son.

Schoenorchis smeeana FAQ

What is the common name of Schoenorchis smeeana?

Smee's Schoenorchis

Where is Schoenorchis smeeana native to?

India

What type of soil does Schoenorchis smeeana prefer?

Well-drained soil

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

Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
André Schuiteman (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schuit.' in the authors string.
Janakiraman Jayanthi (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jayanthi' in the authors string.
Jeewan Singh Jalal: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jalal' in the authors string.