Status:
valid
Authors:
Rchb.f.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1857
Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Hannover) 5: 43 (1857)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000268062
Common Names
- Phaius mishmensis
- Mishmi Phaius
- Mishmi Orchid
Synonyms
- Limatodis mishmensis Lindl. & Paxton [unknown]
- Phaius augustinianus Klotzsch [unknown]
- Phaius crinita (Gagnep.) Seidenf. [unknown]
- Phaius cupreus Rchb.f. [unknown]
- Phaius gracilis Hayata [unknown]
- Phaius roseus Rolfe [unknown]
- Calanthe crinita Gagnep. [unknown]
- Calanthe ramosa Gagnep. [unknown]
- Phaius crinitus (Gagnep.) Seidenf. [unknown]
Description
Phaius mishmensis (also called Mishmi 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 mishmensis 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 mishmensis is a large, showy, white or cream-colored flower with a yellow lip. The seed of Phaius mishmensis is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings of Phaius mishmensis are small, green, and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phaius mishmensis 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 mishmensis
Phaius mishmensis is native to India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and China.
Phaius mishmensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phaius mishmensis?
Phaius mishmensis
What type of plant is Phaius mishmensis?
A terrestrial orchid
Where is Phaius mishmensis native to?
India, Nepal, and Bangladesh
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,