Aphyllorchis anomala - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
anomala
ID:
244089
Status:
valid
Authors:
Dockrill
Source:
wcs
Year:
1965
Citation Micro:
Orchadian 1: 116 (1965)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000243421
Common Names
- Aphyllorchis anomala
- Anomalous Aphyllorchis
- Anomalous Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aphyllorchis anomala (also called Anomalous Aphyllorchis, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species found in New Guinea, the Solomon Islands, and Queensland. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, and has a single, long, thin, curved leaf that is usually greenish-brown in color. The inflorescence is a single flower that is white or greenish-white in color.
Uses & Benefits
Aphyllorchis anomala is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and for its essential oils.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aphyllorchis anomala has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aphyllorchis anomala is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained potting mix. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a well-drained potting mix.
Where to Find Aphyllorchis anomala
Aphyllorchis anomala is native to the Mediterranean region.
Aphyllorchis anomala FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aphyllorchis anomala?
Aphyllorchis anomala
What is the common name of Aphyllorchis anomala?
Anomalous Aphyllorchis
What is the natural habitat of Aphyllorchis anomala?
It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in moist and shady areas
Species in the Aphyllorchis genus
Aphyllorchis acuminata, Aphyllorchis alpina, Aphyllorchis angustipetala, Aphyllorchis anomala, Aphyllorchis arfakensis, Aphyllorchis caudata, Aphyllorchis elata, Aphyllorchis evrardii, Aphyllorchis exilis, Aphyllorchis gollanii, Aphyllorchis halconensis, Aphyllorchis kemulensis, Aphyllorchis montana, Aphyllorchis pallida, Aphyllorchis queenslandica, Aphyllorchis siantanensis, Aphyllorchis simplex, Aphyllorchis spiculaea, Aphyllorchis striata, Aphyllorchis sumatrana,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-12737: Based on the initial data import
Alick William Dockrill (1915-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dockrill' in the authors string.