Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
sagittata
ID:
890962

Status:
valid

Authors:
Trimen

Source:
wcs

Year:
1879

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 17: 355 (1879)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000890297



Common Names

  • Sagittate Phyllorachis
  • Arrowhead Phyllorachis
  • Arrow-leaved Phyllorachis


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Description

Phyllorachis sagittata (also called Arrowhead Orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to South America, and is commonly found in tropical rainforest habitats. It is a small orchid with a single leaf and a single white flower.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllorachis sagittata is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control. It is also used as a windbreak and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phyllorachis sagittata has small, white flowers that are arranged in a panicle. The seeds are small, dark brown and oblong in shape. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllorachis sagittata is a perennial grass that is native to North America. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate a wide range of soil types and climates. It is best grown in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Division should be done in spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in spring and covered lightly with soil. The seedlings should be thinned to prevent overcrowding.

Where to Find Phyllorachis sagittata

Phyllorachis sagittata is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in wetland habitats.

Species in the Phyllorachis 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

Henry Trimen (1843-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Trimen' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:415977-1: 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].