Phaius baconii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
baconii
ID:
268637
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Wood & Shim
Source:
wcs
Year:
1994
Citation Micro:
Orchids Borneo 1: 225 (1994)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000267969
Common Names
- Phaius Baconii
- Bacon's Phaius
- Bacon's Wreath
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Phaius baconii (also called 'Bacon's Phaius', among many other common names) is a small, erect shrub that grows up to 1.5 m in height. It is native to South America and is found in wet, tropical forests. It has small, ovate leaves with serrated edges and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Phaius baconii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Phaius baconii has large, white flowers with six petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have large, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Phaius baconii is a tropical shrub native to Central and South America. It is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 8 feet tall and wide. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and lightly covered with soil. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining potting mix.
Where to Find Phaius baconii
Phaius baconii can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of India, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and China.
Phaius baconii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phaius baconii?
Phaius baconii
What is the common name of Phaius baconii?
Phaius
What is the family of Phaius baconii?
Orchidaceae
Species in the Phaius genus
Phaius amboinensis, Phaius baconii, Phaius borneensis, Phaius callosus, Phaius columnaris, Phaius cooperi, Phaius corymbioides, Phaius daenikeri, Phaius ecalcaratus, Phaius flavus, Phaius fragilis, Phaius gratus, Phaius hainanensis, Phaius indigoferus, Phaius indochinensis, Phaius labiatus, Phaius longicornu, Phaius luridus, Phaius lyonii, Phaius mannii, Phaius mishmensis, Phaius montanus, Phaius nanus, Phaius occidentalis, Phaius pauciflorus, Phaius philippinensis, Phaius pulchellus, Phaius reflexipetalus, Phaius robertsii, Phaius stenocentron, Phaius subtrilobus, Phaius takeoi, Phaius tankervilleae, Phaius tenuis, Phaius tetragonus, Phaius trichoneurus, Phaius wallichii, Phaius wenshanensis, Phaius tonkinensis, Phaius hekouensis, Phaius grandiflorus,
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-150972: Based on the initial data import
Jeffrey James Wood (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Wood' in the authors string.
Phyau Soon Shim (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Shim' in the authors string.