Status:
valid
Authors:
Norman
Source:
cmp
Year:
1929
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 67(Suppl. 2): 91 (1929)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000561319
Common Names
- Batesanthus Parviflorus
- Parviflorus Batesanthus
- Parviflorus
Description
Batesanthus parviflorus (also called Parviflorus Star Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central and South America. It is a small epiphytic orchid with a single leaf and a short stem. The flowers are white and have a yellowish-green center. It grows in wet forests, usually in the canopy of trees.
Uses & Benefits
Batesanthus parviflorus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, cough, and asthma.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Batesanthus parviflorus is small, yellow and fragrant. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Batesanthus parviflorus is an epiphytic orchid that is native to tropical Asia. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown on a sterile, medium-grade orchid mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Division should be done in spring or summer when the plant is actively growing. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained, medium-grade orchid mix.
Where to Find Batesanthus parviflorus
Batesanthus parviflorus can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.
Batesanthus parviflorus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Batesanthus parviflorus?
Batesanthus parviflorus
What are the common names of Batesanthus parviflorus?
Small-flowered Batesanthus
What is the origin of Batesanthus parviflorus?
Central America
Species in the Batesanthus genus
Species in the Apocynaceae family
Acokanthera laevigata,
Acokanthera oblongifolia,
Acokanthera oppositifolia,
Acokanthera rotundata,
Acokanthera schimperi,
Adenium boehmianum,
Adenium multiflorum,
Adenium obesum,
Adenium oleifolium,
Adenium swazicum,
Adenium dhofarense,
Aganosma breviloba,
Aganosma cymosa,
Aganosma gracilis,
Aganosma lacei,
Aganosma petelotii,
Aganosma schlechteriana,
Aganosma siamensis,
Aganosma wallichii,
Aganosma heynei,
Alafia alba,
Alafia barteri,
Alafia benthamii,
Alafia berrieri,
Alafia calophylla,
Alafia caudata,
Alafia erythrophthalma,
Alafia falcata,
Alafia fuscata,
Alafia insularis,
Alafia intermedia,
Alafia landolphioides,
Alafia lucida,
Alafia microstylis,
Alafia multiflora,
Alafia nigrescens,
Alafia orientalis,
Alafia parciflora,
Alafia pauciflora,
Alafia perrieri,
Alafia schumannii,
Alafia thouarsii,
Alafia vallium,
Alafia verschuereni,
Alafia whytei,
Alafia zambesiaca,
Allamanda calcicola,
Allamanda angustifolia,
Allamanda blanchetii,
Allamanda cathartica,