Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pachychilum
ID:
1335029

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.O'Byrne & Gokusing

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Malesian Orchid J. 18: 64 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347483



Common Names

  • Thrixspermum Pachychilum
  • Pachychilum Thrixspermum
  • Pachychilum Orchid


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Description

Thrixspermum pachychilum (also called Thick-Leaved Thrixspermum, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has a creeping habit, with small, ovate leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in moist, shady places, such as forests and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Thrixspermum pachychilum is used in traditional Chinese medicine and is known for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thrixspermum pachychilum has small, white flowers with yellow and purple stripes. The seed is a small, black, round capsule. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thrixspermum pachychilum is an evergreen shrub that is native to Southeast Asia. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Thrixspermum pachychilum

Thrixspermum pachychilum is native to India and can be found in the forests of the Western Ghats.

Thrixspermum pachychilum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thrixspermum pachychilum?

Thrixspermum pachychilum

What is the common name of Thrixspermum pachychilum?

Thick-lipped Thrixspermum

Where is Thrixspermum pachychilum found?

It is found in Southeast Asia.

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

Peter O'Byrne (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.O'Byrne' in the authors string.
Linus Gokusing: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gokusing' in the authors string.