Micropera rostratum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rostratum
ID:
244230
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Roxb.) N.P.Balakr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1970
Citation Micro:
J. Bombay Nat. Hist. Soc. 67: 66 (1970)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000243562
Common Names
- Micropera rostratum
- Beaked Micropera
- Beaked Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Micropera purpurea (Lindl.) Pradhan [unknown]
- Sarcochilus purpureus Benth. & Hook.f. [unknown]
- Camarotis purpurea Lindl. [unknown]
- Camarotis rostrata Rchb.f. [unknown]
- Aerides rostrata Roxb. [unknown]
Description
Micropera rostratum (also called Beaked Micropera, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It has small, white flowers and is native to Southeast Asia. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Micropera rostratum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping. It is also used as a source of nectar for bees and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Micropera rostratum is yellow and has a white center. The seed is small and round with a black and white striped pattern. The seedlings are green and have a thin stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Micropera rostratum can be propagated through seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.
Where to Find Micropera rostratum
Micropera rostratum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, including China, India, and Thailand.
Micropera rostratum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Micropera rostratum?
Micropera rostratum
What is the common name of Micropera rostratum?
Rostratum
Where is Micropera rostratum native to?
Central and South America
Species in the Micropera genus
Micropera callosa, Micropera cochinchinensis, Micropera costulata, Micropera draco, Micropera fasciculata, Micropera fuscolutea, Micropera loheri, Micropera mannii, Micropera obtusa, Micropera pallida, Micropera philippinensis, Micropera poilanei, Micropera proboscidea, Micropera rostratum, Micropera secunda, Micropera sterrophylla, Micropera thailandica, Micropera uncinata, Micropera utriculosa, Micropera sheryliae, Micropera edanoi, Micropera tibetica,
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-127500: Based on the initial data import
William Roxburgh (1751-1815): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roxb.' in the authors string.
Nambiyath Puthansurayil Balakrishnan (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.P.Balakr.' in the authors string.