Stichorkis prava - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
prava
ID:
1323562
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Ames) Cootes
Source:
ipni
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Philipp. Native Orchid Sp. : 248 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336016
Common Names
- Stichorkis prava
- Prava Stichorkis
- Stichorkis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Stichorkis prava (also called Prava Stichorkis, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Brazil. It is a small epiphyte with an upright growth habit and long, thin stems. Its leaves are thin and lanceolate, and it produces small, yellow-green flowers. It grows in humid, tropical forests, often in the canopy of trees.
Uses & Benefits
Stichorkis prava is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Stichorkis prava is white with purple markings, and has a sweet scent. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Stichorkis prava can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Divisions should be taken from healthy plants and potted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Stichorkis prava
Stichorkis prava is native to the Philippines and can be found in moist, shady forests.
Stichorkis prava FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stichorkis prava?
Stichorkis prava
What is the common name of Stichorkis prava?
Prava Stichorkis
Where is Stichorkis prava native to?
Brazil
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
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.
James Edward Cootes (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cootes' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77129136-1: Based on the initial data import