Taeniophyllum savaiiense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
savaiiense
ID:
321091
Status:
valid
Authors:
P.J.Cribb & Whistler
Source:
wcs
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Orchids Samoa : 131 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000320423
Common Names
- Taeniophyllum savaiiense
- Savaii Ribbon Orchid
- Savaii Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Taeniophyllum savaiiense (also called 'Savaii Leaf Orchid', among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid native to the Samoan Islands. It has a single, leathery leaf and a single flower with a yellow-green color. It is found growing on rocks and tree trunks in humid, shaded areas.
Uses & Benefits
Taeniophyllum savaiiense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, skin diseases, and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Taeniophyllum savaiiense 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Taeniophyllum savaiiense is a small epiphytic orchid native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia. It can be grown in a pot or mounted on a slab of cork or tree fern. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes.
Where to Find Taeniophyllum savaiiense
Taeniophyllum savaiiense can be found in the tropical rainforests of India.
Taeniophyllum savaiiense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Taeniophyllum savaiiense?
Taeniophyllum savaiiense
What is the common name of Taeniophyllum savaiiense?
Savaii Leaf Orchid
What is the natural habitat of Taeniophyllum savaiiense?
Tropical rainforests
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-201222: Based on the initial data import
Phillip James Cribb (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Cribb' in the authors string.
Arthur Whistler (1944-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Whistler' in the authors string.