Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
majus
ID:
1411639

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Carr) Kocyan & Schuit.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 161(1): 75. 2014 [20 Feb 2014] [epublished]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424104



Common Names

  • Thrixspermum majus
  • Thrixspermum majus Orchid
  • Thrixspermum majus Vine Orchid


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Description

Thrixspermum majus (also called Large Thrixspermum, among many other common names) is a species of epiphytic orchid native to South-East Asia. It has a slender stem and a dense, rounded canopy, with a height of up to 30 cm (12 in). It is found in the humid forests of Thailand, Vietnam, and Laos.

Uses & Benefits

Thrixspermum majus is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thrixspermum majus has a small, white flower with yellow and purple markings. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thrixspermum majus is a fast-growing epiphytic orchid that can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, humid location. Divisions should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Once established, Thrixspermum majus requires little maintenance and is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Thrixspermum majus

Thrixspermum majus can be found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Thrixspermum majus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thrixspermum majus?

Thrixspermum majus

What is the common name of Thrixspermum majus?

Large Thrixspermum

What is the natural habitat of Thrixspermum majus?

Tropical rainforests

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

Cedric Errol Carr (1892-1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carr' in the authors string.
André Schuiteman (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schuit.' in the authors string.
Alexander Kocyan (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kocyan' in the authors string.