Micropera proboscidea - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
proboscidea
ID:
244226
Status:
valid
Authors:
(J.J.Sm.) Garay
Source:
wcs
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23: 186 (1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000243558
Common Names
- Micropera proboscidea
- Proboscis Micropera
- Proboscis Orchid
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- Sarcanthus proboscideus J.J.Sm. [unknown]
- Camarotis proboscidea J.J.Sm. [unknown]
Description
Micropera proboscidea (also called Proboscidiate Micropera, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It has small, white flowers and is native to Southeast Asia. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Micropera proboscidea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping. It is also used as a source of nectar for bees and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Micropera proboscidea is yellow and has a white center. The seed is small and round with a black and white striped pattern. The seedlings are green and have a thin stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Micropera proboscidea is a tropical shrub that is best grown in a warm, humid climate. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a moist medium until they root.
Where to Find Micropera proboscidea
Micropera proboscidea is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, including China, India, and Thailand.
Micropera proboscidea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Micropera proboscidea?
Micropera proboscidea
What is the natural habitat of Micropera proboscidea?
It is native to the Canary Islands
What is the flower color of Micropera proboscidea?
The flowers are yellow
Species in the Micropera genus
Micropera callosa, Micropera cochinchinensis, Micropera costulata, Micropera draco, Micropera fasciculata, Micropera fuscolutea, Micropera loheri, Micropera mannii, Micropera obtusa, Micropera pallida, Micropera philippinensis, Micropera poilanei, Micropera proboscidea, Micropera rostratum, Micropera secunda, Micropera sterrophylla, Micropera thailandica, Micropera uncinata, Micropera utriculosa, Micropera sheryliae, Micropera edanoi, Micropera tibetica,
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-127498: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Jacobus Smith (1867-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Sm.' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.