Stichorkis jiewhoei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
jiewhoei
ID:
1332988
Status:
valid
Authors:
P.O'Byrne & Gokusing
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Malesian Orchid J. 16: 36 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345442
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Stichorkis jiewhoei (also called 'Jiewhoe's Stichorkis' and 'Jiewhoe's Orchid', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is a small epiphyte with a thin stem, reaching a maximum height of around 10 cm. It has thin, leathery leaves and small, yellowish flowers with a white labellum. It grows in humid, shady forests, often among mosses and lichens.
Uses & Benefits
Stichorkis jiewhoei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Stichorkis jiewhoei is a small, white flower with a yellowish-green center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Stichorkis jiewhoei is an epiphytic orchid that grows to a height of about 1 m (3 ft). It has small, white flowers that bloom in spring and summer. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by division or cuttings.
Where to Find Stichorkis jiewhoei
Stichorkis jiewhoei can be found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.
Stichorkis jiewhoei FAQ
What is the common name of Stichorkis jiewhoei?
Orchid
What is the optimal temperature for Stichorkis jiewhoei?
65-75°F (18-24°C)
What is the optimal light for Stichorkis jiewhoei?
Medium to bright, indirect light
Species in the Stichorkis genus
Stichorkis pandurata, Stichorkis mucronata, Stichorkis lobongensis, Stichorkis gibbosa, Stichorkis endertii, Stichorkis compressa, Stichorkis lingulata, Stichorkis asinacephala, Stichorkis benguetensis, Stichorkis cumingii, Stichorkis fragilis, Stichorkis leytensis, Stichorkis linearifolia, Stichorkis magnicallosa, Stichorkis prava, Stichorkis jiewhoei, Stichorkis calcicola, Stichorkis arcuata,
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
Peter O'Byrne (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.O'Byrne' in the authors string.
Linus Gokusing: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gokusing' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77154610-1: Based on the initial data import