Korthalsia rogersii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rogersii
ID:
222112
Status:
valid
Authors:
Becc.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1918
Citation Micro:
Ann. Roy. Bot. Gard. (Calcutta) 12(2): 131 (1918)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000221441
Common Names
- Korthalsia
- Climbing Orchid
- Porcelain Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Korthalsia rogersii (also called Rogers' Korthalsia, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Araceae family. It is a terrestrial herb with a creeping rhizome, and is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It prefers moist, shady habitats such as tropical rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Korthalsia rogersii is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and for soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Korthalsia rogersii has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Korthalsia rogersii is a small, evergreen shrub with bright green, glossy leaves. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world and is an excellent choice for container gardening. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, Korthalsia rogersii requires little maintenance and can tolerate some drought.
Where to Find Korthalsia rogersii
Korthalsia rogersii can be found in the tropical and subtropical forests of Southeast Asia.
Korthalsia rogersii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Korthalsia rogersii?
Korthalsia rogersii
What is the common name of Korthalsia rogersii?
Rogers' Korthalsia
What is the natural habitat of Korthalsia rogersii?
It is native to tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia
Species in the Korthalsia genus
Korthalsia angustifolia, Korthalsia bejaudii, Korthalsia brassii, Korthalsia celebica, Korthalsia cheb, Korthalsia concolor, Korthalsia debilis, Korthalsia echinometra, Korthalsia ferox, Korthalsia flagellaris, Korthalsia furcata, Korthalsia furtadoana, Korthalsia hispida, Korthalsia jala, Korthalsia junghuhnii, Korthalsia laciniosa, Korthalsia lanceolata, Korthalsia merrillii, Korthalsia paucijuga, Korthalsia rigida, Korthalsia robusta, Korthalsia rogersii, Korthalsia rostrata, Korthalsia scaphigeroides, Korthalsia scortechinii, Korthalsia tenuissima, Korthalsia zippelii, Korthalsia minor,
Species in the Arecaceae family
Acanthophoenix crinita, Acanthophoenix rubra, Acanthophoenix rousselii, Acoelorraphe wrightii, Acrocomia aculeata, Acrocomia crispa, Acrocomia hassleri, Acrocomia intumescens, Acrocomia totai, Acrocomia emensis, Acrocomia glaucescens, Acrocomia corumbaensi, Actinorhytis calapparia, Actinorhytis calapparia, Adonidia merrillii, Adonidia dransfieldii, Aiphanes graminifolia, Aiphanes bicornis, Aiphanes buenaventurae, Aiphanes multiplex, Aiphanes acaulis, Aiphanes chiribogensis, Aiphanes concinna, Aiphanes deltoidea, Aiphanes duquei, Aiphanes eggersii, Aiphanes erinacea, Aiphanes gelatinosa, Aiphanes grandis, Aiphanes hirsuta, Aiphanes horrida, Aiphanes killipii, Aiphanes leiostachys, Aiphanes lindeniana, Aiphanes linearis, Aiphanes macroloba, Aiphanes minima, Aiphanes parvifolia, Aiphanes pilaris, Aiphanes simplex, Aiphanes spicata, Aiphanes tricuspidata, Aiphanes truncata, Aiphanes ulei, Aiphanes verrucosa, Aiphanes weberbaueri, Aiphanes argos, Aiphanes tatama, Aiphanes gloria, Aiphanes decipiens,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-106400: Based on the initial data import
Odoardo Beccari (1843-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Becc.' in the authors string.