Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pygmaeum
ID:
324098

Status:
valid

Authors:
(King & Pantl.) Holttum

Source:
wcs

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 14: 275 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000323430



Common Names

  • Thrixspermum pygmaeum
  • Pygmaeum Thrixspermum
  • Thrixspermum Pygmaeum


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Synonyms

  • Sarcochilus laurisilvaticus Fukuy. [unknown]
  • Sarcochilus pygmaeum King & Pantl. [unknown]
  • Thrixspermum laurisilvaticum (Fukuy.) Garay [unknown]
  • Thrixspermum xanthanthum Tuyama [unknown]

Description

Thrixspermum pygmaeum (also called Pygmy Dendrobium, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has long, thin stems and small, white flowers with yellow centers. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates in moist, shady forests and on trees.

Uses & Benefits

Thrixspermum pygmaeum 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 pygmaeum 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 pygmaeum is a tropical plant that is native to Southeast Asia. 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 pygmaeum

Thrixspermum pygmaeum can be found in tropical and subtropical Asia, from India to China and Japan.

Thrixspermum pygmaeum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thrixspermum pygmaeum?

Thrixspermum pygmaeum

What is the common name of Thrixspermum pygmaeum?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Thrixspermum pygmaeum?

Thrixspermum pygmaeum is native to China, Japan, and Taiwan

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-204177: Based on the initial data import
George King (1840-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'King' in the authors string.
Richard Eric Holttum (1895-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holttum' in the authors string.
Robert Pantling (1856-1910): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pantl.' in the authors string.