Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
mishmensis
ID:
268730

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

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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.

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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 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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