Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amoena
ID:
296223

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bremek.) J.T.Johanss.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Blumea 34: 11 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000295555

Common Names

  • Lovely Rennellia
  • Rennellia amoena
  • Amoena Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Didymoecium amoenum Bremek. [valid]

Description

Rennellia amoena (also called 'Lovely Rennellia', among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to tropical Asia, and is found in the rainforests of India and Southeast Asia. It grows in moist, shady habitats, and produces small, yellow-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Rennellia amoena is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rennellia amoena is white in color, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are short and slender, with a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rennellia amoena is a species of orchid native to the Philippines. It is a terrestrial orchid, growing to a height of about 30 cm (12 in). It has long, thin leaves and small white flowers. It is best grown in a shady position in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division.

Where to Find Rennellia amoena

Rennellia amoena is native to the Philippines.

Rennellia amoena FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rennellia amoena?

Rennellia amoena

What is the family of Rennellia amoena?

Orchidaceae

What is the origin of Rennellia amoena?

India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-177357: Based on the initial data import
Cornelis Eliza Bertus Bremekamp (1888-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bremek.' in the authors string.
Jan Thomas Johansson (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.T.Johanss.' in the authors string.