Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
zheae
ID:
1553731

Status:
valid

Authors:
Adorador & Fernando

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2019

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 391: 70 (2019)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000033465

Common Names

  • Orania zheae
  • Zhe's Orania
  • Orania

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Description

Orania zheae (also called Zhe's Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a terrestrial herb with a stem up to 30 cm long. It is native to China, where it is found in lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Orania zheae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Orania zheae has small, white flowers with yellowish-green centers and a single pistil. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Orania zheae is a tropical plant that is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, although cuttings can also be used.

Where to Find Orania zheae

Orania zheae is native to China.

Orania zheae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Orania zheae?

Orania zheae

What is the family of Orania zheae?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Orania zheae?

Zhe's Orania

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,