Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
japonicum
ID:
324030

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1878

Citation Micro:
Bot. Zeitung (Berlin) 36: 75 (1878)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000323362



Common Names

  • Thrixspermum japonicum
  • Thrixspermum Japanese
  • Japanese Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Sarcochilus japonicus Miq. [unknown]

Description

Thrixspermum japonicum (also called Japanese 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 japonicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used medicinally for treating skin diseases and as an antiseptic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Thrixspermum japonicum are white and fragrant. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are slender and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thrixspermum japonicum is a tropical plant that is native to Japan. It can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment and should be given plenty of light.

Where to Find Thrixspermum japonicum

Thrixspermum japonicum is native to Japan and can be found in moist, shady areas in the wild.

Thrixspermum japonicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thrixspermum japonicum?

Thrixspermum japonicum

What is the natural habitat of Thrixspermum japonicum?

Thrixspermum japonicum is native to Japan.

What are the characteristics of Thrixspermum japonicum?

Thrixspermum japonicum 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,

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