Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
centipeda
ID:
323962

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lour.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1790

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cochinch. : 520 (1790)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000323294



Common Names

  • Thrixspermum centipeda
  • Centipeda Thrixspermum
  • Centipeda


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Synonyms

  • Sarcochilus arachnites Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Sarcochilus auriferus (Lindl.) Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Sarcochilus centipeda Náves [unknown]
  • Sarcochilus hainanensis Rolfe [unknown]
  • Thrixspermum arachnites Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Thrixspermum auriferum Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Thrixspermum hainanense Schltr. [unknown]
  • Thrixspermum papillosum Carr [unknown]
  • Aerides arachnites Lindl. [illegitimate]
  • Aerides flos-aeris Sw. [unknown]
  • Vanda pauciflora Breda [unknown]
  • Dendrobium auriferum Lindl. [unknown]
  • Dendrocolla arachnites Blume [unknown]
  • Epidendrum thrixspermum Raeusch. [unknown]
  • Sarcochilus aurifer (Lindl.) Rolfe [unknown]
  • Thrixspermum auriferum Schltr. [unknown]

Description

Thrixspermum centipeda (also called Centipede Thrixspermum, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with leathery leaves and fragrant white flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia, and grows in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Thrixspermum centipeda is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Thrixspermum centipeda is white and has five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thrixspermum centipeda can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is hardy to USDA Zone 8 and can tolerate temperatures down to 10°F (-12°C). It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Thrixspermum centipeda

Thrixspermum centipeda can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Thrixspermum centipeda FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thrixspermum centipeda?

Thrixspermum centipeda

What type of plant is Thrixspermum centipeda?

Thrixspermum centipeda is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae.

Where is Thrixspermum centipeda found?

Thrixspermum centipeda is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Species in the Thrixspermum genus

Thrixspermum aberrans, Thrixspermum acuminatissimum, Thrixspermum acutilobum, Thrixspermum agamense, Thrixspermum agusanense, Thrixspermum amesianum, Thrixspermum amplexicaule, Thrixspermum anceps, Thrixspermum ancoriferum, Thrixspermum angustatum, Thrixspermum angustifolium, Thrixspermum annamense, Thrixspermum arachnitiforme, Thrixspermum aurantiacum, Thrixspermum borneense, Thrixspermum brevibracteatum, Thrixspermum brevicapsularis, Thrixspermum brevicaule, Thrixspermum brevipes, Thrixspermum brunnescens, Thrixspermum calceolus, Thrixspermum canaliculatum, Thrixspermum carinatifolium, Thrixspermum carnosum, Thrixspermum celebicum, Thrixspermum centipeda, Thrixspermum cerinum, Thrixspermum clavatum, Thrixspermum clavilobum, Thrixspermum collinum, Thrixspermum complanatum, Thrixspermum congestum, Thrixspermum conigerum, Thrixspermum cordulatum, Thrixspermum corneri, Thrixspermum crassifolium, Thrixspermum crescentiforme, Thrixspermum cymboglossum, Thrixspermum denticulatum, Thrixspermum doctersii, Thrixspermum duplocallosum, Thrixspermum elmeri, Thrixspermum elongatum, Thrixspermum eximium, Thrixspermum fantasticum, Thrixspermum filifolium, Thrixspermum filiforme, Thrixspermum fimbriatum, Thrixspermum flaccidum, Thrixspermum fleuryi,

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