Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
crassifolium
ID:
277037

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Buchet) Bogner

Source:
wcs

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 92: 28 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000276369

Common Names

  • Arophyton crassifolium
  • Crassifolium Arophyton
  • Crassifolium's Arophyton

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Description

Arophyton crassifolium (also called Pleione crassifolium, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in the Himalayas, from India to Bhutan. It is a terrestrial plant with a single, oblong, fleshy leaf and a single, white, fragrant flower. It grows in open grasslands and meadows, and is found at elevations of 2,000 to 3,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Arophyton crassifolium is used in traditional Chinese medicine and is known to have anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Arophyton crassifolium has white flowers with yellowish-green stripes and a pleasant scent. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arophyton crassifolium is a terrestrial orchid that is native to the tropical rainforest of Borneo. It is an epiphytic orchid, meaning it grows on trees or other plants. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a potting mix that is well-draining and contains a high amount of organic matter. The plant should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly. Propagation is done by division or by seed.

Where to Find Arophyton crassifolium

Arophyton crassifolium is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, including Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia.

Arophyton crassifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arophyton crassifolium?

Arophyton crassifolium

What is the family of Arophyton crassifolium?

Orchidaceae

Where is Arophyton crassifolium found?

China, Japan, and Korea

Species in the Araceae family

Adelonema erythropus, Adelonema allenii, Adelonema crinipes, Adelonema hammelii, Adelonema kvistii, Adelonema mofflerianum, Adelonema orientale, Adelonema pallidinervium, Adelonema panamense, Adelonema peltatum, Adelonema picturatum, Adelonema roezlii, Adelonema speariae, Adelonema wallisii, Adelonema wendlandii, Adelonema yanamonoense, Aglaodorum griffithii, Aglaonema brevispathum, Aglaonema chermsiriwattanae, Aglaonema cochinchinense, Aglaonema commutatum, Aglaonema cordifolium, Aglaonema costatum, Aglaonema densinervium, Aglaonema flemingianum, Aglaonema hookerianum, Aglaonema marantifolium, Aglaonema modestum, Aglaonema nebulosum, Aglaonema nitidum, Aglaonema ovatum, Aglaonema philippinense, Aglaonema pictum, Aglaonema pumilum, Aglaonema rotunda, Aglaonema simplex, Aglaonema tricolor, Aglaonema vittatum, Aglaonema robeleynii, Aglaonema birmanicum, Aglaonema nicobaricum, Aglaonema tassae, Alloschemone inopinata, Alloschemone occidentalis, Alocasia megawatiae, Alocasia chaii, Alocasia infernalis, Alocasia nycteris, Alocasia hypoleuca, Alocasia jiewhoei,

References

Josef Bogner (1939-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bogner' in the authors string.
Samuel Buchet (1875-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Buchet' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:85913-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.