Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
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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Description

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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Cultivation 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 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,

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