Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
globigerum
ID:
927485

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ames & C.Schweinf.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Orchidaceae 6: 138 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000926820

Common Names

  • Globigerum Plant
  • Agrostophyllum Plant
  • Globigerum Flower

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Description

Agrostophyllum globigerum (also called Globe-Headed Agrostophyllum, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia. It grows in moist, shady areas in lowland forests, and is characterized by its small, white flowers with long, thin petals and sepals, and a round, globular head.

Uses & Benefits

Agrostophyllum globigerum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Agrostophyllum globigerum is a white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, round leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Agrostophyllum globigerum is a terrestrial orchid that is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown on a well-drained, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment. The seedlings should be kept moist and in bright, indirect light. The plants should be repotted every two to three years, using a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Agrostophyllum globigerum

Agrostophyllum globigerum can be found in Southeast Asia, particularly in the Philippines.

Species in the Agrostophyllum genus

Agrostophyllum grubbianum, Agrostophyllum cyatheicola, Agrostophyllum militare, Agrostophyllum milneanum, Agrostophyllum nidus-avis, Agrostophyllum subacuminatum, Agrostophyllum triquetrum, Agrostophyllum kairoanum, Agrostophyllum daymanense, Agrostophyllum crassilabium, Agrostophyllum beleense, Agrostophyllum atrobrunneum, Agrostophyllum habbemense, Agrostophyllum acutum, Agrostophyllum amboinense, Agrostophyllum appendiculoides, Agrostophyllum aristatum, Agrostophyllum atrovirens, Agrostophyllum bilobolabellatum, Agrostophyllum bimaculatum, Agrostophyllum brachiatum, Agrostophyllum brevipes, Agrostophyllum callosum, Agrostophyllum compressum, Agrostophyllum crassicaule, Agrostophyllum curvilabre, Agrostophyllum curvum, Agrostophyllum cyathiforme, Agrostophyllum cycloglossum, Agrostophyllum cyclopense, Agrostophyllum dischorense, Agrostophyllum djararatense, Agrostophyllum dolychophyllum, Agrostophyllum earinoides, Agrostophyllum elatum, Agrostophyllum elmeri, Agrostophyllum elongatum, Agrostophyllum fibrosum, Agrostophyllum flavidum, Agrostophyllum formosanum, Agrostophyllum fragrans, Agrostophyllum globiceps, Agrostophyllum globigerum, Agrostophyllum glumaceum, Agrostophyllum graminifolium, Agrostophyllum grandiflorum, Agrostophyllum inocephalum, Agrostophyllum javanicum, Agrostophyllum kaniense, Agrostophyllum kusaiense,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-4883: Based on the initial data import
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.
Charles Schweinfurth (1890-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Schweinf.' in the authors string.