Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
similaris
ID:
1281382

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dressler

Source:
tro

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001280720

Common Names

  • Habenaria Similaris
  • Similaris Habenaria
  • Habenaria Tree

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Description

Habenaria similaris (also called Habenaria macroceratitis, Habenaria macroceras and Habenaria macrocerata, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. It has long, narrow leaves and white flowers with purple stripes. It grows in moist, shady areas of forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Habenaria similaris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Habenaria similaris has white or yellowish-green flowers with a long spur. The seeds are small, dark brown, and slightly rough. Seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Habenaria similaris is a tropical orchid native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the rhizome. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. Pruning should be done in late winter or early spring to keep the plant compact and encourage new growth.

Where to Find Habenaria similaris

Habenaria similaris is native to South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Habenaria similaris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Habenaria similaris?

Habenaria similaris

What is the family of Habenaria similaris?

Orchidaceae

Where is Habenaria similaris found?

Brazil

Species in the Habenaria genus

Habenaria sylvicultrix, Habenaria bacata, Habenaria carlotae, Habenaria euryloba, Habenaria fuscina, Habenaria habenarioides, Habenaria halata, Habenaria leon-ibarrae, Habenaria leptophylla, Habenaria mediocris, Habenaria pabstii, Habenaria uncata, Habenaria vatia, Habenaria paulistana, Habenaria binghamii, Habenaria bonateoides, Habenaria carvajaliana, Habenaria castroi, Habenaria clareae, Habenaria cuevasiana, Habenaria geerinckiana, Habenaria harderi, Habenaria jardeliana, Habenaria kariniae, Habenaria lizbethae, Habenaria ludibundiciliata, Habenaria mariae, Habenaria micheliana, Habenaria pinzonii, Habenaria pubidactyla, Habenaria socorroae, Habenaria xochitliae, Habenaria ankylocentron, Habenaria cauda-porcelli, Habenaria tianae, Habenaria agrestis, Habenaria anomaliflora, Habenaria atrata, Habenaria ciliatisepala, Habenaria cortesii, Habenaria egleriana, Habenaria nogeirana, Habenaria pseudofilifera, Habenaria pseudoglaucophylla, Habenaria szlachetkoana, Habenaria talaensis, Habenaria tequilana, Habenaria arenata, Habenaria psammophila, Habenaria canastrensis,

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 tro-50309581: Based on the initial data import
Robert Louis Dressler (1927-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dressler' in the authors string.