Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
synantha
ID:
490148

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.S.Rao & D.M.Verma

Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Surv. India 11:206. (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000489480



Common Names

  • Parakaempferia synantha
  • Synantha Parakaempferia
  • Parakaempferia


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Description

Parakaempferia synantha (also called Parakaempferia, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is a small, epiphytic orchid with long, thin stems and small, fragrant flowers. The flowers are usually white or yellow with purple or red spots. Parakaempferia synantha is found in humid, tropical forests and is often grown as a houseplant.

Uses & Benefits

Parakaempferia synantha is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and flower beds. It has a variety of colors and is drought tolerant, making it a great choice for dry climates. It is also used medicinally to treat wounds, burns, and skin infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Parakaempferia synantha are yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Parakaempferia synantha is a terrestrial or lithophytic species, found in tropical Asia. It is best grown in a well-drained potting medium, such as a mixture of peat moss and perlite. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept moist but not wet. Propagation is done by division of the rhizome.

Where to Find Parakaempferia synantha

Parakaempferia synantha is native to Southeast Asia. It can be found in Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Parakaempferia synantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Parakaempferia synantha?

Parakaempferia synantha

What is the common name of Parakaempferia synantha?

Synantha Parakaempferia

Where is Parakaempferia synantha native to?

India

Species in the Parakaempferia genus

Species in the Zingiberaceae family

Haniffia albiflora, Haniffia cyanescens, Haniffia flavescens, Haniffia santubongensis, Hedychium biflorum, Hedychium bijiangense, Hedychium boloveniorum, Hedychium bordelonianum, Hedychium borneense, Hedychium bousigonianum, Hedychium brevicaule, Hedychium calcaratum, Hedychium carneum, Hedychium coccineum, Hedychium convexum, Hedychium coronarium, Hedychium deceptum, Hedychium dekianum, Hedychium densiflorum, Hedychium elatum, Hedychium ellipticum, Hedychium elwesii, Hedychium emeiense, Hedychium erythrostemon, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavum, Hedychium forrestii, Hedychium gardnerianum, Hedychium glabrum, Hedychium glaucum, Hedychium gomezianum, Hedychium gracillimum, Hedychium grandiflorum, Hedychium gratum, Hedychium greenii, Hedychium griersonianum, Hedychium griffithianum, Hedychium hasseltii, Hedychium heteromallum, Hedychium hirsutissimum, Hedychium hookeri, Hedychium horsfieldii, Hedychium intermedium, Hedychium kwangsiense, Hedychium larsenii, Hedychium lineare, Hedychium longicornutum, Hedychium longipedunculatum, Hedychium luteum,

References

Aragula Sathyanarayana Rao (1924-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.S.Rao' in the authors string.
Dinesh Mohan Verma (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.M.Verma' in the authors string.
RBGE Resource Centre record for wfo-0000489480: Based on the initial data import