Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
phaeanthum
ID:
321061

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 1010 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000320393



Common Names

  • Taeniophyllum phaeanthum
  • Dark Flower Orchid
  • Dark-Flowered Orchid


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Description

Taeniophyllum phaeanthum (also called 'Dark Leaf Orchid', among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid native to South East Asia. It has a single, leathery leaf and a single flower with a dark purple color. It is found growing on rocks and tree trunks in humid, shaded areas.

Uses & Benefits

Taeniophyllum phaeanthum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its foliage and its fragrant flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Taeniophyllum phaeanthum has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taeniophyllum phaeanthum can be propagated by division or by seed. To propagate by division, separate the offsets from the main plant and plant them in a well-draining potting mix. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. The plant prefers bright, indirect sunlight and should be watered regularly, but not over-watered.

Where to Find Taeniophyllum phaeanthum

Taeniophyllum phaeanthum can be found in the tropical rainforests of Thailand.

Taeniophyllum phaeanthum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taeniophyllum phaeanthum?

Taeniophyllum phaeanthum

What is the common name of Taeniophyllum phaeanthum?

Dusky Leaf Orchid

Where is Taeniophyllum phaeanthum found?

Taeniophyllum phaeanthum is found in the Philippines

Species in the Taeniophyllum genus

Taeniophyllum affine, Taeniophyllum aggregatum, Taeniophyllum album, Taeniophyllum alwisii, Taeniophyllum amboinense, Taeniophyllum andamanicum, Taeniophyllum annuliferum, Taeniophyllum apiculatum, Taeniophyllum arachnites, Taeniophyllum arunachalense, Taeniophyllum asperatum, Taeniophyllum aurantiacum, Taeniophyllum aureum, Taeniophyllum bakhuizenii, Taeniophyllum bicostulatum, Taeniophyllum biloculare, Taeniophyllum biocellatum, Taeniophyllum borneense, Taeniophyllum brachypus, Taeniophyllum bracteatum, Taeniophyllum breviscapum, Taeniophyllum brunnescens, Taeniophyllum calcaratum, Taeniophyllum calceolus, Taeniophyllum calyptrochilus, Taeniophyllum campanulatum, Taeniophyllum canaliculatum, Taeniophyllum capillare, Taeniophyllum cardiophorum, Taeniophyllum carnosiflorum, Taeniophyllum celebicum, Taeniophyllum clavatum, Taeniophyllum clavicalcar, Taeniophyllum cochleare, Taeniophyllum coiloglossum, Taeniophyllum compactum, Taeniophyllum complanatum, Taeniophyllum concavum, Taeniophyllum confertum, Taeniophyllum confusum, Taeniophyllum conoceras, Taeniophyllum copelandii, Taeniophyllum coxii, Taeniophyllum crenatum, Taeniophyllum crepidiforme, Taeniophyllum cucullatum, Taeniophyllum cycloglossum, Taeniophyllum cylindrocentrum, Taeniophyllum cymboglossum, Taeniophyllum daroussinii,

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,

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