Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
luridus
ID:
268717

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thwaites

Source:
wcs

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Zeyl. : 300 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000268049

Common Names

  • Phaius luridus
  • Lurid Phaius
  • Lurid Orchid

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Description

Phaius luridus (also called Lurid swamp orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to Southeast Asia. It has an upright, robust habit with large, glossy, dark green leaves. It grows in wet, shady habitats, usually in lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Phaius luridus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower for bouquets. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phaius luridus is a large, showy, white or cream-colored flower with a yellow lip. The seed of Phaius luridus is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings of Phaius luridus are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phaius luridus is a terrestrial orchid that is native to tropical Asia. It is best grown in a well-drained, humus-rich soil in a partially shaded position. Propagate by division or by seed. It can also be propagated by tissue culture.

Where to Find Phaius luridus

Phaius luridus is native to India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and China.

Phaius luridus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phaius luridus?

Phaius luridus

What type of plant is Phaius luridus?

A terrestrial orchid

Where is Phaius luridus native to?

India, Nepal, and Bangladesh

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,

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