Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rhizomatosum
ID:
277070

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Buchet) Bogner

Source:
wcs

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 92: 34 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000276402

Common Names

  • Arophyton rhizomatosum
  • Rhizomatosum Arophyton
  • Rhizomatosum's Arophyton

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Description

Arophyton rhizomatosum (also called Pleione rhizomatosum, 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 rhizomatosum is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and abdominal pain. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Arophyton rhizomatosum 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

Cultivation and propagation of Arophyton rhizomatosum: This species is propagated by seed or by division of the rhizome. It prefers a well-drained, humus-rich soil and partial shade.

Where to Find Arophyton rhizomatosum

Arophyton rhizomatosum is native to New Zealand and can be found in the alpine regions of the country.

Arophyton rhizomatosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arophyton rhizomatosum?

Arophyton rhizomatosum

What is the family of Arophyton rhizomatosum?

Orchidaceae

Where is Arophyton rhizomatosum 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:85916-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.