Status:
valid
Authors:
Capuron
Source:
wcs
Year:
1962
Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 2: 122 (1962)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000328781
Common Names
- Tsebona macrantha
- Macrantha Orchid
- Cluster Orchid
Description
Tsebona macrantha (also called 'Large-flowered Tsebona', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to tropical and subtropical Asia, from India to China and Japan. It is found in a variety of habitats, including forests, grasslands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Tsebona macrantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used for timber production and as a source of essential oils.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tsebona macrantha is a small, white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tsebona macrantha can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix in spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-draining potting mix.
Where to Find Tsebona macrantha
Tsebona macrantha can be found in the Philippines.
Tsebona macrantha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tsebona macrantha?
Tsebona macrantha
What is the common name of Tsebona macrantha?
Large-flowered Tsebona
What is the natural habitat of Tsebona macrantha?
Rainforest and wet sclerophyll forest
Species in the Tsebona genus
Species in the Sapotaceae family
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Argania spinosa,
Aubregrinia taiensis,
Aulandra beccarii,
Aulandra cauliflora,
Aulandra longifolia,
Autranella congolensis,
Baillonella toxisperma,
Beccariella balansana,
Beccariella crebrifolia,
Beccariella lasiantha,
Beccariella novocaledonica,
Beccariella xerocarpa,
Beccariella brownlessiana,
Boerlagella spectabilis,
Breviea sericea,
Burckella banikiensis,
Burckella erythrophylla,
Burckella fijiensis,
Burckella hillii,
Burckella macropoda,
Burckella magusum,
Burckella obovata,
Burckella parvifolia,
Burckella polymera,
Burckella poolei,
Burckella richii,
Burckella sorei,
Burckella thurstonii,
Capurodendron androyense,
Capurodendron ankaranense,
Capurodendron antongiliense,
Capurodendron apollonioides,
Capurodendron bakeri,
Capurodendron costatum,
Capurodendron delphinense,
Capurodendron gracilifolium,
Capurodendron greveanum,
Capurodendron ludiifolium,
Capurodendron madagascariense,
Capurodendron mandrarense,
Capurodendron microphyllum,
Capurodendron nodosum,
Capurodendron perrieri,
Capurodendron pervillei,
Capurodendron pseudoterminalia,
Capurodendron rubrocostatum,
Capurodendron rufescens,
Capurodendron sakalavum,