Status:
valid
Authors:
Blume
Source:
wcs
Year:
1825
Citation Micro:
Bijdr. Fl. Ned. Ind. : 369 (1825)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000926898
Common Names
- Agrostophyllum javanicum
- Javan Agrostophyllum
- Javan Orchid
Description
Agrostophyllum javanicum (also called Java Agrostophyllum, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Australia and the Pacific Islands. It has an upright stem and long, narrow leaves. It grows in moist habitats, such as near streams, in forests and in grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Agrostophyllum javanicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and diarrhea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Agrostophyllum javanicum has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seed is round and black. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Agrostophyllum javanicum is a terrestrial orchid that is native to Southeast Asia. It is a slow-growing species that prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by seed. The seeds must be sown on a sterile, well-drained medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.
Where to Find Agrostophyllum javanicum
Agrostophyllum javanicum is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and 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,