Status:
valid
Authors:
(Parish ex C.B.Clarke) C.Puglisi
Source:
ipni
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Taxon 60: 1699 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332345
Common Names
- Paraboea Amplexicaulis
- Amplexicaulis Orchid
- Paraboea Orchid
Description
Paraboea amplexicaulis (also called Amplexicaul Paraboea, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to Southeast Asia. It has long, slender leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.
Uses & Benefits
Paraboea amplexicaulis is used as an ornamental plant and is grown in gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Paraboea amplexicaulis has small, white flowers that are arranged in dense clusters. The seeds are small, round and brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Paraboea amplexicaulis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or autumn and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Keep the divisions moist until they are established.
Where to Find Paraboea amplexicaulis
Paraboea amplexicaulis is found in tropical rainforests in South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Paraboea amplexicaulis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Paraboea amplexicaulis?
Paraboea amplexicaulis
What is the common name of Paraboea amplexicaulis?
Amplexicaul Paraboea
What is the natural habitat of Paraboea amplexicaulis?
Tropical and subtropical forests of Southeast Asia
Species in the Paraboea genus
Paraboea laxa,
Paraboea mataensis,
Paraboea mahaxayana,
Paraboea luzoniensis,
Paraboea leuserensis,
Paraboea leopoldii,
Paraboea lancifolia,
Paraboea lanata,
Paraboea kalimantanensis,
Paraboea incudicarpa,
Paraboea halongensis,
Paraboea leporina,
Paraboea pubicorolla,
Paraboea prolixa,
Paraboea patens,
Paraboea parviflora,
Paraboea meiophylla,
Paraboea nagalandiana,
Paraboea minuta,
Paraboea minor,
Paraboea bintangensis,
Paraboea chiangdaoensis,
Paraboea capitata,
Paraboea candidissima,
Paraboea caerulescens,
Paraboea brachycarpa,
Paraboea berouwensis,
Paraboea banyengiana,
Paraboea bakeri,
Paraboea amplifolia,
Paraboea acutifolia,
Paraboea brunnescens,
Paraboea divaricata,
Paraboea glanduliflora,
Paraboea glabrisepala,
Paraboea glabriflora,
Paraboea glabra,
Paraboea ferruginea,
Paraboea evrardii,
Paraboea clarkei,
Paraboea effusa,
Paraboea detergibilis,
Paraboea elegans,
Paraboea rabilii,
Paraboea thorelii,
Paraboea tarutaoensis,
Paraboea suffruticosa,
Paraboea speluncarum,
Paraboea speciosa,
Paraboea trachyphylla,
Species in the Gesneriaceae family
Acanthonema diandrum,
Achimenes admirabilis,
Achimenes antirrhina,
Achimenes brevifolia,
Achimenes candida,
Achimenes cettoana,
Achimenes dulcis,
Achimenes erecta,
Achimenes fimbriata,
Achimenes flava,
Achimenes glabrata,
Achimenes grandiflora,
Achimenes heterophylla,
Achimenes hintoniana,
Achimenes longiflora,
Achimenes mexicana,
Achimenes misera,
Achimenes nayaritensis,
Achimenes obscura,
Achimenes occidentalis,
Achimenes patens,
Achimenes pedunculata,
Achimenes skinneri,
Achimenes woodii,
Achimenes tincticoma,
Achimenes elota,
Achimenes sanguinea,
Achimenes ixtapaensis,
Aeschynanthus citrinus,
Aeschynanthus membranifolius,
Aeschynanthus mendumiae,
Aeschynanthus sojolianus,
Aeschynanthus dischidioides,
Aeschynanthus minutifolius,
Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus,
Aeschynanthus acuminatus,
Aeschynanthus albidus,
Aeschynanthus amboinensis,
Aeschynanthus amoenus,
Aeschynanthus andersonii,
Aeschynanthus angustifolius,
Aeschynanthus angustioblongus,
Aeschynanthus apicidens,
Aeschynanthus arctocalyx,
Aeschynanthus arfakensis,
Aeschynanthus argentii,
Aeschynanthus asclepioides,
Aeschynanthus atrorubens,
Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus,
Aeschynanthus batakiorum,
References
Carmen Puglisi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Puglisi' in the authors string.