Thrixspermum saccatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
saccatum
ID:
837673
Status:
valid
Authors:
P.O'Byrne & J.J.Verm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Malesian Orchid J. 2: 64 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000837008
Common Names
- Thrixspermum saccatum
- Saccatum Thrixspermum
- Sac-shaped Thrixspermum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Thrixspermum saccatum (also called Sac-Shaped Thrixspermum, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. It has thin, upright stems with small, green-brown leaves and tiny white flowers. It grows in humid, shady forests, often on the branches of trees.
Uses & Benefits
Thrixspermum saccatum has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Thrixspermum saccatum is white and has a yellow center. The seed is small and round. The seedlings have a single stem with two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Thrixspermum saccatum is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated by division or tissue culture. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. It should be watered regularly, but the soil should be allowed to dry out between waterings.
Where to Find Thrixspermum saccatum
Thrixspermum saccatum is found in the tropical rainforests of Thailand.
Thrixspermum saccatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Thrixspermum saccatum?
Thrixspermum saccatum
What is the common name of Thrixspermum saccatum?
Sac-shaped Thrixspermum
What is the natural habitat of Thrixspermum saccatum?
It is found in the tropical forests of India, Malaysia, and Thailand
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-374323: Based on the initial data import
Peter O'Byrne (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.O'Byrne' in the authors string.
Jaap J. Vermeulen (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Verm.' in the authors string.