Status:
valid
Authors:
Ridl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1924
Citation Micro:
Fl. Malay Penins. 4: 197 (1924)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000250708
Common Names
- Appendicula densifolia
- Dense-leaved appendicula
- Dense-leaved appendicled orchid
Synonyms
- Podochilus densifolius Ridl. [unknown]
Description
Appendicula densifolia (also called Dense-leaved appendicula, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to the Caribbean and Central America and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It is a terrestrial orchid with a single, slender stem and a single, large, white flower.
Uses & Benefits
Appendicula densifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Appendicula densifolia are small and white, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a single stem and two small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Appendicula densifolia is an epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-drained, humus-rich soil and partial shade. It can be grown in pots or in the ground.
Where to Find Appendicula densifolia
Appendicula densifolia can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.
Appendicula densifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Appendicula densifolia?
Appendicula densifolia
What is the common name of Appendicula densifolia?
Dense-leaved Palm
What is the natural habitat of Appendicula densifolia?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Appendicula genus
Appendicula aberrans,
Appendicula adnata,
Appendicula alba,
Appendicula anceps,
Appendicula anemophila,
Appendicula angustifolia,
Appendicula annamensis,
Appendicula anomala,
Appendicula babiensis,
Appendicula baliensis,
Appendicula biloba,
Appendicula bilobulata,
Appendicula biumbonata,
Appendicula bracteata,
Appendicula bracteosa,
Appendicula brevimentum,
Appendicula buxifolia,
Appendicula calcarata,
Appendicula calcicola,
Appendicula callifera,
Appendicula carinifera,
Appendicula carnosa,
Appendicula celebica,
Appendicula chalmersiana,
Appendicula clemensiae,
Appendicula collina,
Appendicula concava,
Appendicula congenera,
Appendicula congesta,
Appendicula cornuta,
Appendicula crispa,
Appendicula cristata,
Appendicula crotalina,
Appendicula cuneata,
Appendicula dajakorum,
Appendicula damusensis,
Appendicula dendrobioides,
Appendicula densifolia,
Appendicula disticha,
Appendicula djamuensis,
Appendicula effusa,
Appendicula elegans,
Appendicula elmeri,
Appendicula fallax,
Appendicula fasciculata,
Appendicula fenixii,
Appendicula flaccida,
Appendicula floribunda,
Appendicula foliosa,
Appendicula fractiflexa,
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,