Korthalsia tenuissima - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tenuissima
ID:
222120
Status:
valid
Authors:
Becc.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1886
Citation Micro:
Malesia 2: 275 (1886)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000221449
Common Names
- Korthalsia
- Climbing Orchid
- Porcelain Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Korthalsia tenuissima (also called Slender 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 tenuissima 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 tenuissima has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and upright.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Korthalsia tenuissima can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and placed in a moist soil mix until roots form. The plant prefers a warm, humid environment and should be kept in partial shade.
Where to Find Korthalsia tenuissima
Korthalsia tenuissima can be found in the tropical and subtropical forests of Southeast Asia.
Korthalsia tenuissima FAQ
What is the scientific name of Korthalsia tenuissima?
Korthalsia tenuissima
What is the common name of Korthalsia tenuissima?
Slender Korthalsia
What is the natural habitat of Korthalsia tenuissima?
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-106408: Based on the initial data import
Odoardo Beccari (1843-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Becc.' in the authors string.