Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
macrantha
ID:
914389

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Trin.) Morrone & Zuloaga

Source:
wcs

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Taxon 58: 372 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000913724



Common Names

  • Macrantha Oncorachis
  • Macrantha Parrot-flower
  • Macrantha Bird's-nest Orchid


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Description

Oncorachis macrantha (also called Large-Flowered Oncorachis, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial native to tropical regions of Asia. It has large, oval-shaped leaves with a wavy margin and produces small, yellow flowers. It is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Oncorachis macrantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oncorachis macrantha has small yellow flowers with brown spots. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oncorachis macrantha is a terrestrial orchid native to Brazil. It is easy to cultivate and propagate, and can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a well-draining soil mix. It should be watered regularly, but not overly so, and should be fertilized every two weeks during the growing season. It can be propagated by division or by seed.

Where to Find Oncorachis macrantha

Oncorachis macrantha can be found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Pacific Islands.

Oncorachis macrantha FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Oncorachis macrantha?

Oncorachis macrantha prefers temperatures between 65-80°F (18-27°C).

What is the optimal humidity for Oncorachis macrantha?

Oncorachis macrantha prefers a humidity of 40-60%.

What type of soil is best for Oncorachis macrantha?

Oncorachis macrantha prefers a well-draining, chunky soil mix.

Species in the Oncorachis genus

Species in the Poaceae family

Achnatherum pekinense, Achnatherum pubicalyx, Achnatherum sibiricum, Achnatherum turcomanicum, Achnatherum brandisii, Achnatherum bromoides, Achnatherum calamagrostis, Achnatherum confusum, Achnatherum inebrians, Achnatherum jacquemontii, Achnatherum virescens, Achnatherum paradoxum, Achnatherum nakaii, Achnatherum pelliotii, Achnatherum haussknechtii, Achnatherum mandavillei, Achnatherum pilosum, Achnatherum parviflorum, Achnatherum staintonii, Aciachne acicularis, Aciachne flagellifera, Aciachne pulvinata, Acidosasa breviclavata, Acidosasa brilletii, Acidosasa chinensis, Acidosasa edulis, Acidosasa glauca, Acidosasa guangxiensis, Acidosasa lingchuanensis, Acidosasa nanunica, Acidosasa notata, Acidosasa purpurea, Acidosasa venusta, Acidosasa carinata, Acostia gracilis, Acrachne henrardiana, Acrachne perrieri, Acrachne racemosa, Acritochaete volkensii, Acroceras amplectens, Acroceras attenuatum, Acroceras boivinii, Acroceras bosseri, Acroceras calcicola, Acroceras chaseae, Acroceras diffusum, Acroceras elegans, Acroceras excavatum, Acroceras fluminense, Acroceras gabunense,

References

Carl Bernhard von Trinius (1778-1844): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Trin.' in the authors string.
Fernando Omar Zuloaga (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zuloaga' in the authors string.
Osvaldo Morrone (1957-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Morrone' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77099672-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].