Zootrophion disciformis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
disciformis
ID:
1334653
Status:
valid
Authors:
Vierling
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
OrchideenJ. 23: 164 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347107
Common Names
- Zootrophion disciformis
- Disciform Zootrophion
- Zootrophion
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Zootrophion disciformis (also called Zootrophion, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has long, thin leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Zootrophion disciformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Zootrophion disciformis is a small, white, star-shaped bloom with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green rosettes.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Zootrophion disciformis is a perennial epiphytic orchid that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers a shady location and moist soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in containers. It can be propagated from divisions taken in spring or summer and planted in moist soil.
Where to Find Zootrophion disciformis
Zootrophion disciformis is native to Brazil and can be found in the wild in tropical rainforests.
Zootrophion disciformis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Zootrophion disciformis?
Zootrophion disciformis
What is the common name of Zootrophion disciformis?
Disciform zootrophion
Where is Zootrophion disciformis native to?
Brazil
Species in the Zootrophion genus
Zootrophion atropurpureum, Zootrophion dayanum, Zootrophion dodsonii, Zootrophion endresianum, Zootrophion gracilentum, Zootrophion griffin, Zootrophion hirtzii, Zootrophion hypodiscus, Zootrophion leonii, Zootrophion oblongifolium, Zootrophion serpentinum, Zootrophion trivalve, Zootrophion vulturiceps, Zootrophion alvaroi, Zootrophion argus, Zootrophion williamsii, Zootrophion beloglottis, Zootrophion lappaceum, Zootrophion niveum, Zootrophion vasquezii, Zootrophion erlangense, Zootrophion aguirrei, Zootrophion ximenae, Zootrophion ildephonsi, Zootrophion machaqway, Zootrophion eburneum, Zootrophion disciformis, Zootrophion virginalis,
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
Gerhard Vierling: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vierling' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77158724-1: Based on the initial data import