Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
argentea
ID:
525839

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.M.Sm.

Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 44:209. (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000525171



Common Names

  • Scaphochlamys argentea
  • Argentea Scaphochlamys
  • Argentea Hollyhock


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Description

Scaphochlamys argentea (also called 'Silver Scaphochlamys', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Scaphochlamys argentea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat skin diseases and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Scaphochlamys argentea is white with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scaphochlamys argentea is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Caucasus region. It is easy to propagate by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized in the spring. It is best to divide the plant every two to three years to keep it healthy.

Where to Find Scaphochlamys argentea

Scaphochlamys argentea is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in the wild in the mountainous regions of the region.

Scaphochlamys argentea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scaphochlamys argentea?

Scaphochlamys argentea

What is the common name of Scaphochlamys argentea?

Silver Scaphochlamys

What is the natural habitat of Scaphochlamys argentea?

Tropical forests

Species in the Scaphochlamys genus

Scaphochlamys argentea, Scaphochlamys atroviridis, Scaphochlamys biloba, Scaphochlamys breviscapa, Scaphochlamys burkillii, Scaphochlamys concinna, Scaphochlamys erecta, Scaphochlamys grandis, Scaphochlamys klossii, Scaphochlamys kunstleri, Scaphochlamys lanceolata, Scaphochlamys longifolia, Scaphochlamys malaccana, Scaphochlamys minutiflora, Scaphochlamys obcordata, Scaphochlamys oculata, Scaphochlamys pennipicta, Scaphochlamys perakensis, Scaphochlamys petiolata, Scaphochlamys polyphylla, Scaphochlamys reticosa, Scaphochlamys rubescens, Scaphochlamys rubromaculata, Scaphochlamys subbiloba, Scaphochlamys sylvestris, Scaphochlamys tenuis, Scaphochlamys calcicola, Scaphochlamys abdullahii, Scaphochlamys cordata, Scaphochlamys gracilipes, Scaphochlamys laxa, Scaphochlamys mat-kilau, Scaphochlamys anomala, Scaphochlamys pusilla, Scaphochlamys krauensis, Scaphochlamys iporii, Scaphochlamys salahuddiniana, Scaphochlamys stenophylla, Scaphochlamys limiana, Scaphochlamys samunsamensis, Scaphochlamys biru,

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,

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