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
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.
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 Arophyton genus
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,