Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
musciflorum
ID:
324063

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.S.Rao & Joseph

Source:
wcs

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Surv. India 11: 204 (1969 publ. 1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000323395



Common Names

  • Thrixspermum musciflorum
  • Thrixspermum Musky-Flower
  • Musky-Flower Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Thrixspermum musciflorum nilagiricum J.Joseph & Vajr. [unknown]

Description

Thrixspermum musciflorum (also called 'Musky-Flowered Thrixspermum', among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the family Orchidaceae. It is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of India, China, Japan, and Southeast Asia. It grows in shady, wet, and humid habitats, such as forests, grasslands, and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Thrixspermum musciflorum is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is used as an ornamental plant and in traditional Chinese medicine to treat skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thrixspermum musciflorum has white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thrixspermum musciflorum is a tropical orchid species native to Southeast Asia. It is an epiphytic orchid, meaning it grows on trees or other plants. It is easy to cultivate and propagate, and can be grown in a pot or basket. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept moist but not wet. It should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Thrixspermum musciflorum

Thrixspermum musciflorum is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in moist, shady areas in the wild.

Thrixspermum musciflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thrixspermum musciflorum?

Thrixspermum musciflorum

What is the common name of Thrixspermum musciflorum?

Musk Thrixspermum

What is the natural habitat of Thrixspermum musciflorum?

Thrixspermum musciflorum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar

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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