Status:
valid
Authors:
de Vogel
Source:
wcs
Year:
1969
Citation Micro:
Blumea 17: 328 (1969)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000251826
Common Names
- Neuwiedia siamensis
- Siamese Neuwiedia
- Neuwiedia
Description
Neuwiedia siamensis (also called Siamese neuwiedia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with oval-shaped leaves. It is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Neuwiedia siamensis is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, coughs, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Neuwiedia siamensis is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Neuwiedia siamensis is a terrestrial orchid that can be grown in a well-drained potting mix. It is best propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided into several smaller pieces and then planted in separate pots. When propagating by seed, the seed should be sown on a moist, well-draining medium and kept at a temperature of around 25°C. The seedlings should be kept in a bright, warm location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Neuwiedia siamensis
Neuwiedia siamensis is found in tropical Asia, including India, China, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Thailand.
Neuwiedia siamensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Neuwiedia siamensis?
Neuwiedia siamensis
What is the family of Neuwiedia siamensis?
Acanthaceae
What are the common names of Neuwiedia siamensis?
Siamese elephant ear
Species in the Neuwiedia genus
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,