Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
fantasticum
ID:
323996

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.O.Williams

Source:
wcs

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 6: 82 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000323328



Common Names

  • Thrixspermum fantasticum
  • Fantasticum Thrixspermum
  • Fantasticum


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Synonyms

  • Thrixspermum neglectum Fukuy. [unknown]

Description

Thrixspermum fantasticum (also called Fantastic Thrixspermum, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen, epiphytic orchid with thin, wiry stems and long, narrow leaves. It is native to Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines, and is found in humid forests at elevations of up to 1,200 meters.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thrixspermum fantasticum has white flowers with yellow stamens and small, round seeds. The seedlings have a single, upright stem with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thrixspermum fantasticum is a small, evergreen, terrestrial orchid found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division is the easiest method, as the plant can be divided into several smaller clumps and planted in well-draining soil. Seeds can be sown in a sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until they germinate. Once the seedlings have developed a few leaves, they can be transplanted into individual pots.

Where to Find Thrixspermum fantasticum

Thrixspermum fantasticum is native to India, Sri Lanka, and China.

Thrixspermum fantasticum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thrixspermum fantasticum?

Thrixspermum fantasticum

What is the natural habitat of Thrixspermum fantasticum?

Thrixspermum fantasticum is native to India and Sri Lanka.

What are the characteristics of Thrixspermum fantasticum?

Thrixspermum fantasticum is a small, evergreen shrub with small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-204081: Based on the initial data import
Louis Otho Williams (1908-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.O.Williams' in the authors string.